Pools and in-ground spas in Montebello must be enclosed by a barrier at least 60 inches high with self-closing, self-latching gates that swing away from the pool, under the California Swimming Pool Safety Act (Health and Safety Code Section 115923) enforced through MMC Title 15.
Montebello adopts the California Building and Residential Codes through MMC Chapters 15.04 and 15.64, which carry the statewide Swimming Pool Safety Act. Health and Safety Code Section 115923 sets the enclosure standard: a barrier at least 60 inches high measured from the outside, a maximum 2-inch gap from grade, no opening that passes a 4-inch sphere, and gates that open away from the pool with self-latching hardware at least 60 inches high. California Residential Code Appendix AX requires new or remodeled pools at single-family homes to include at least two of the seven drowning-prevention features in Section 115922(a). These rules are state-set, so Montebello enforces them rather than a local standard.
A non-compliant barrier blocks final inspection and occupancy. Removing or disabling a required barrier is enforced under the Montebello Municipal Code and may support misdemeanor charges if a drowning occurs. Code Enforcement may cite and pursue nuisance abatement.
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