Pools in Brooklyn must be enclosed by a 4-foot minimum barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates per NYC Building Code Appendix G §G105.
Under NYC Building Code Appendix G §G105, all outdoor swimming pools in Brooklyn holding more than 24 inches of water must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches high. Openings in the barrier cannot allow passage of a 4-inch sphere. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching, with latches at least 54 inches above the ground. Where a dwelling wall forms part of the barrier, doors leading directly to the pool area must be equipped with an alarm meeting UL 2017. Above-ground pools may use the pool structure itself as a barrier if ladders are removable or lockable. DOB inspects barriers at final sign-off and non-compliance may prevent the Letter of Completion.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Kings County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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