Fort Worth pools must have a continuous barrier around the pool with self-closing, self-latching gates that open outward. Lattice openings cannot exceed 1.75 inches and vertical pickets must be spaced no more than 1.75 to 4 inches apart depending on horizontal member spacing, per 2021 IRC Appendix Q as adopted in Chapter 7.
A swimming pool barrier under the 2021 IRC Appendix Q (adopted by Fort Worth Chapter 7) must completely surround the pool or spa and prevent access. Lattice or diagonal-member fences may not have openings larger than 1.75 inches. If horizontal members are less than 45 inches apart, they must be on the pool side and vertical-member spacing cannot exceed 1.75 inches. If horizontals are 45 inches or more apart, vertical spacing cannot exceed 4 inches. Pedestrian gates must open outward away from the pool and be self-closing and self-latching. Power safety covers must conform to ASTM F1346. Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 757 supplies additional pool yard enclosure requirements.
Pool barrier violations are Class C misdemeanors with fines up to $500 per day. The city may also issue a no-use order until corrections are made and final barrier inspection is passed.
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