Hot tubs and spas with lockable safety covers meeting ASTM F1346 are exempt from the 48-inch barrier requirement under GA IRC Appendix G. Electrical permit required.
GA IRC Appendix G exempts hot tubs/spas from barrier requirements if equipped with a locking, lockable safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 standards. Without compliant cover, full 48-inch barrier applies. Electrical permit required for 240V hookup; GFCI protection required within 20 feet of water per NEC. Suwanee requires building permit for hot tubs installed as part of structural work (decks, pads).
No cover/barrier: code enforcement, fines up to $1,000/day. Electrical violations: stop-work order.
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