Hillsborough pools must comply with FL 515 and Florida Building Code. Anti-entrapment VGB drains, pool alarms or alternative safety features, GFCI electrical, and barrier-compliant enclosures mandatory.
Safety requirements: VGB-compliant anti-entrapment drain covers (federal Pool and Spa Safety Act), GFCI protection on all pool circuits and bonding per NEC 680, approved pool alarm OR one alternative safety feature, emergency phone/signage recommended. Lifeguard not required for private residential pools. Chemical storage must comply with FL Building Code. Screen enclosures common and subject to hurricane wind load design (150 mph in Hillsborough).
Drain non-compliance: 500 per violation. GFCI missing at final inspection: fails permit until corrected.
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