White Plains, NY Swimming Pools & Spas: Fencing & Safety Requirements (2026)
Key Facts
- Fence Height
- Minimum 48 inches
- Gate
- Self-closing, self-latching
- State Code
- NYS RC Appendix G
- Bottom Gap
- Max 2 inches
Summary
Pool barriers must meet NYS Residential Code Appendix G: minimum 48-inch fence, self-closing/self-latching gate opening away from pool, bottom gap max 2 inches.
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
All residential swimming pools in White Plains must comply with NYS Residential Code Appendix G (effective May 12, 2020). Barrier minimum 48 inches above grade; gate latch at least 40 inches above grade on pool side; chain link mesh max 2¼ inches (or slats reducing to 1¾ inches). Temporary 48-inch barrier required during construction; permanent fence within 90 days. White Plains Building Department inspects as part of pool permit closeout.
Violations & Fines
State fines up to $5,000 per day. City stop-work orders on non-compliant pools. Certificate of Completion withheld until barrier compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions
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