The MA Building Code (780 CMR) requires a barrier at least 48 inches high around residential pools in Lynn, with self-closing, self-latching gates. This statewide standard applies uniformly in every municipality.
Pool barriers in Lynn are governed by the statewide MA Building Code (780 CMR), which Lynn cannot modify. Barriers must be at least 48 inches high with no climbable footholds. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching, with the latch release at least 54 inches above grade or shielded from outside reach. A house wall may form part of the barrier only if doors leading to the pool have alarms or self-closing hardware. A power safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 is an accepted alternative for certain pools. Lynn's Building Inspector verifies barrier compliance at final inspection before the pool may be used.
A non-compliant barrier fails inspection and the pool cannot be filled or used until corrected. The Building Inspector may issue orders and fines; an unbarriered pool is treated as an unsafe condition.
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