Bronx pools must meet NYC Health Code Article 165 and Building Code BC 3109 safety standards, including anti-entrapment drain covers (Virginia Graeme Baker Act compliance), pool alarms on surrounding doors, and posted depth markings.
Public/semi-public pools (apartment buildings) require certified pool operators, daily water chemistry logs, lifeguard staffing thresholds, and rescue equipment under Article 165. Residential pools must have VGB-compliant anti-vortex drain covers (NY PHL Article 13-F). NYC BC 3109.3.5 mandates a door alarm on any house door opening to a pool yard unless the door is self-closing/self-latching or a power safety cover is installed. Electrical bonding and GFCI protection per NYC Electrical Code 680 is required. Diving boards in residential pools are strongly discouraged by NYC DOHMH and banned in most public pools.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
Bronx County, NY
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Bronx County, NY
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Bronx County, NY
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Bronx County, NY
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Bronx County, NY
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Bronx County, NY
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