Lee's Summit enforces pool safety through the adopted 2018 residential code and the federal VGB Act: anti-entrapment drain covers, a compliant 48-inch barrier, and GFCI-protected electrical are required on residential pools.
Residential pool safety in Lee's Summit is governed by Chapter 7's adopted 2018 International Residential Code, the 2017 National Electrical Code, and the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. Anti-entrapment drain covers are required. Pools must have a 48-inch barrier, self-latching gates, and GFCI protection on all pool circuits. Development Services verifies barrier and electrical compliance at inspection and requires a signed fencing acknowledgment. Public and semi-public pools fall under Missouri DHSS rules at 19 CSR 20-3. Pool safety features should be disclosed when a home is sold.
Missing anti-entrapment covers, barriers, or GFCI protection fail inspection and draw correction orders and fines. Operating an unsafe pool exposes owners to civil liability for injuries.
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