Pasadena requires pool barriers per Texas Health & Safety Code Ch. 757 and the ISPSC. Barriers must be at least 48 inches high with self-closing, self-latching gates. Driveway gates used as barriers must be at least 60 inches with motorized closers.
Pool fencing in Pasadena follows Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 757 and the adopted International Swimming Pool and Spa Code. Barriers around residential pools must be at least 48 inches (4 feet) high measured from the outside. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching with latches placed on the pool side. The barrier must not have gaps allowing a 4-inch sphere to pass through. Driveway gates used as part of the pool barrier must be at least 60 inches high, equipped with a motorized closer set to close within 30 seconds, and have backup power for outages. Decorative designs that make fences easily climbable from the outside are prohibited. Safety glazing (windows) within 5 feet of the water's edge and below 60 inches must meet special requirements.
Non-compliant pool barrier: citation and order to correct. Pool may be required to be drained until compliance.
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