Pool safety in Brookhaven is governed by the Georgia Residential Code and National Electrical Code. All pool electrical work must be permitted and inspected. VGB-compliant anti-entrapment drain covers are federally required. Pools must be maintained to prevent mosquito breeding per DeKalb County health codes.
Brookhaven pool safety standards include proper filtration, circulation, and drainage meeting Georgia Residential Code requirements. All electrical work (bonding, grounding, GFCI protection) must comply with the National Electrical Code and be permitted. Virginia Graeme Baker Act-compliant drain covers are federally required. DeKalb County health codes require pool water to be maintained to prevent mosquito breeding.
Safety violation: $250 to $1,000. Pool closure order possible. Criminal liability for injury due to non-compliance.
Brookhaven, GA
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Brookhaven, GA
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Brookhaven, GA
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Brookhaven, GA
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Brookhaven, GA
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