Mount Vernon, NY Swimming Pools & Spas: Fencing & Safety Requirements (2026)
Key Facts
- Fence Height
- 48 inches minimum
- Gate
- Self-close, self-latch
- Latch Height
- 40+ in pool side
- Bottom Gap
- Max 2 inches
- Code
- NYS Res. Code App. G
Summary
Pool barriers follow NYS Residential Code Appendix G: 48-inch fence, self-closing/self-latching gate opening away from pool, latch 40+ inches high.
Code Compliance: At a minimum, your pool or spa must comply, with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. In most cases, a pool or spa, or the area where it is located, must be completely surrounded by an intact fence or barrier at least 48 inches high; gates must be self-closing and self-latching; one or more pool alarms, door alarms and/or gate alarms may be required; and the pool or spa must have anti-entrapment drain covers that are compliant with the Pool and Spa Safety Act, the State Uniform Code, the New York City Building Code, and any applicable local law, ordinance, rule or regulation.
Full Breakdown
New York adopts the Residential Code Appendix G statewide (effective May 12, 2020). Any residential pool over 24 inches deep must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches above grade on the outside. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching with the latch on the pool side at least 40 inches above grade. Chain-link mesh must be 2¼ inches or less (with slats to 1¾ inches). Bottom gap max 2 inches. A temporary 48-inch barrier is required during construction, replaced by the permanent fence within 90 days.
Violations & Fines
Building Department stop-work or order to comply; fines up to $5,000 and/or 15 days per day of violation under state law.
Frequently Asked Questions
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