Peoria, AZ Swimming Pools & Spas: Fencing & Safety Requirements (2026)
Key Facts
- Barrier Height
- 60 inches (5 feet) minimum
- Gate Latch
- 54 inches above gate bottom
- Opening Size
- No 4-inch sphere passage
- House Doors
- Self-closing device and alarm required
- Inspections
- Construction, remodels, property sales
- Checklist
- City provides barrier inspection checklist
Summary
Peoria enforces strict pool barrier requirements per city code and ARS 36-1681. All pools, spas, and hot tubs with water over 18 inches deep must be enclosed by a barrier at least 60 inches high. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching with latches at least 54 inches above grade. No gaps allowing a 4-inch sphere to pass. Peoria provides a pool barrier inspection checklist.
A. A swimming pool, or other contained body of water that contains water eighteen inches or more in depth at any point and that is wider than eight feet at any point and is intended for swimming, shall be protected by an enclosure surrounding the pool area, as provided in this section.
B. A swimming pool or other contained body of water required to be enclosed by subsection A whether a belowground or aboveground pool shall meet the following requirements:
1. Be entirely enclosed by at least a five foot wall, fence or other barrier as measured on the exterior side of the wall, fence or barrier.
2. Have no openings in the wall, fence or barrier through which a spherical object four inches in diameter can pass. The horizontal components of any wall, fence or barrier sha
Full Breakdown
Peoria's swimming pool barrier requirements align with ARS 36-1681. Every pool, hot tub, or spa with water over 18 inches must be enclosed by a 60-inch barrier. Gates must be self-closing, self-latching, with latches 54 inches above the bottom. No openings allowing a 4-inch sphere. Climbable elements within 45 inches of the ground are prohibited on the pool side. House doors opening to pool areas need self-closing devices and alarms. The city provides a detailed swimming pool and spa barrier inspection checklist for property owners. Pool barriers are inspected during construction, remodels, and property sales. Given Peoria's warm climate, pools are extremely common, making barrier compliance a safety priority.
Violations & Fines
Non-compliant barriers result in fines, mandatory correction, and liability under ARS 36-1681.
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