Pharr Code Ch. 22, Art. IX (Swimming Pool Code) governs residential pool barriers. Pools deeper than 24 inches require a 4-foot minimum enclosure with self-closing, self-latching gates per adopted IRC AG105. TX HSC Ch. 757 adds enclosure rules for multifamily/HOA pools.
Pharr regulates pool barriers under Code of Ordinances Chapter 22 (Buildings and Construction), Article IX - Swimming Pool Code, applied through the city's adopted International Residential Code (IRC Appendix G/AG105). Standard residential requirements: barrier minimum 48 inches high, max 4-inch openings, max 2-inch ground clearance, gates self-closing and self-latching with latch release at least 54 inches above ground. Building permits and inspections handled by Pharr Building Inspections Department. Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 757 separately mandates enclosures for pools at apartments, condos, and HOA-governed developments statewide.
Code enforcement may issue notice of violation under Ch. 22; failure to maintain compliant barrier can result in citations and Class C misdemeanor charges per Pharr ordinance enforcement provisions.
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