Gilbert enforces strict pool safety per ARS §36-1681 and the federal VGB Act. Anti-entrapment drains, barriers, alarms, and depth markers required.
Gilbert enforces pool safety per ARS §36-1681 and the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. Anti-entrapment drain covers required on all pools. Arizona’s high drowning rate drives aggressive enforcement. Residential pools should have multiple safety features: 5-foot barrier, safety cover, door alarms, or self-latching devices. CPR signage recommended. Depth markers required. Homeowner insurance implications significant for non-compliance. Real estate disclosure required at sale. Many Arizona fire departments offer free pool safety inspections. Children under 6 should never be unsupervised near pools.
Non-compliant safety: correction order. Fines $250 to $1,000. Real estate disclosure required. Significant liability exposure.
Gilbert, AZ
Gilbert is near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and Williams Gateway training areas. Aircraft noise is federally regulated and exempt from local noise ordinance...
Gilbert, AZ
Gilbert supports EV adoption through development standards. Residential EV charger installation requires electrical permits. New developments may include EV-...
Gilbert, AZ
Gilbert restricts large commercial vehicles in residential areas. All vehicles must be on improved surfaces, and commercial vehicles should not create a comm...
Gilbert, AZ
Gilbert regulates fence heights through the Land Development Code. Residential fences are generally limited to 6 feet in side and rear yards, with lower limi...
Gilbert, AZ
Gilbert's Land Development Code specifies acceptable fence materials. Block walls, wrought iron, and vinyl are standard. Barbed wire is prohibited in residen...
Gilbert, AZ
Gilbert Town Code Ch. 10 limits residential dogs/cats and treats hoarding under AZ §13-2910 animal cruelty. MCACC investigates with Gilbert Police; kennel pe...
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