Tallahassee requires all residential swimming pools to be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches high per the Florida Building Code. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching. Florida's Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act (§515.25) establishes minimum requirements.
Florida Statute §515.25 requires at least one safety feature for residential pools, with barrier fencing being the most common choice. The Florida Building Code requires a continuous barrier of at least 48 inches. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching with the latch at least 54 inches above grade on the pool side. Openings must not exceed 4 inches. Door alarms or pool alarms are acceptable alternatives or supplements. Building permits include pool barrier inspection.
Pool barrier violations are treated seriously due to child safety. Violations carry immediate fines of $250–$1,000 and mandatory correction within 48 hours. Repeated non-compliance may result in pool condemnation orders.
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