Hot tubs and spas in Mesa must meet the same barrier and safety requirements as swimming pools under the adopted building code and ARS 36-1681. A lockable safety cover may satisfy some barrier requirements.
Mesa treats hot tubs and spas the same as swimming pools for barrier and safety purposes. All spas must be enclosed by a barrier at least 5 feet high or have an approved safety cover that locks and supports the weight of an adult. The spa must be at least 4 feet from property lines and electrical outlets must be at least 10 feet from the water. GFCI protection is required for all electrical connections. Spas with approved locking covers that meet ASTM safety standards may not require a separate barrier. Building permits may be required for permanent spa installations with electrical and plumbing connections.
Hot tubs without proper barriers or safety covers are subject to building code enforcement. Non-compliant installations must be corrected to meet safety standards.
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