Fishers, IN Swimming Pools & Spas: Safety Rules (2026)

Fishers relies on the statewide Indiana Residential Code rather than a unique local pool-safety code for private residential pools. Section R326 (675 IAC 14-4.4-38) defines a regulated residential swimming pool as an 'in-ground pool or on-ground pool capable of a water depth greater than forty-two (42) inches,' and includes 'all pools installed inside a residence, regardless of water depth.' Access must be restricted by a barrier such as walls or fencing not less than four (4) feet high, and any gates or doors providing access must be self-closing and self-latching and capable of being locked. The code makes the local building official the enforcing authority, so in Fishers these provisions are reviewed during the building-permit and inspection process. The city's UDO also adds placement requirements that support safety and drainage: the water perimeter of a pool must sit at least 5 feet from rear and side property lines (Sec. 6.2.2.E), and pool houses or hot-tub enclosures built as accessory structures must meet UDO height, floor-area, and setback limits. Indiana's commercial/public swimming-pool rules under 675 IAC Article 20 cover semipublic and public pools (such as HOA or apartment pools) rather than a single private backyard pool. Homeowners should also follow electrical bonding/grounding requirements during inspection and review HOA covenants, which may impose additional safety measures.