ROH Chapter 16, Article 6 establishes safety requirements for residential pools in Ewa Gentry, covering construction, modifications, and ongoing safety devices for all in-ground and above-ground pools.
Article 6 applies citywide and governs purpose, fencing, new construction, modifications, limited exceptions, and violation penalties for residential pools. It incorporates the Hawaii State Residential Code under ROH 16-1.2, including anti-entrapment drain covers compliant with the Virginia Graeme Baker Act for any suction outlets. Main drains require dual covers or an approved equivalent. In Ewa Gentry, where many homes have children and family pool parties are common, compliance with entrapment protection and rescue-equipment recommendations is critical. Diving-depth requirements apply if diving boards are installed.
Unsafe pool conditions can result in civil citations, mandatory closure until repairs pass inspection, and potential civil liability from drownings or entrapment.
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