Pools deeper than 24 inches in Live Oak must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches tall with self-closing and self-latching gates that open outward away from the pool.
Live Oak follows International Swimming Pool and Spa Code standards for residential pool barriers. A fence or wall at least 48 inches high must enclose any pool more than 24 inches deep, with maximum openings of 4 inches and no handholds or footholds on the exterior. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching, with the latch at least 54 inches above grade or shielded on the pool side. Where a house wall forms part of the barrier, doors leading to the pool area must have alarms or be protected by a power safety cover meeting ASTM F1346. These barriers must be in place before the pool is filled and at final inspection.
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