Oahu's Residential Swimming Pools article sets combined barrier, construction, and modification rules designed to prevent drownings, supplementing the state building and residential codes.
ROH Chapter 16, Article 6 lays out Honolulu's complete residential pool safety scheme. Section 16-6.1 states the purpose of protecting public health and preventing drownings. Sections 16-6.2 through 16-6.4 require compliant fencing, cover any new construction, and apply to substantial modifications. Section 16-6.5 lists narrow exceptions, and Section 16-6.6 authorizes civil penalties for violations. Public and commercial pools, such as those at condos and resorts, follow Article 7, including Section 16-7.5 on operation and maintenance. The provisions work alongside Hawaii Revised Statutes 46-73 and the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code.
Operating a non-compliant pool, ignoring a DPP notice, or failing to correct a safety defect can result in daily civil fines, liens, and possible criminal misdemeanor charges for repeat violations.
Honolulu County, HI
Honolulu County's Building Code Section 16-6.2 requires residential swimming pools on Oahu to be enclosed by compliant fences or protective barriers to preve...
Honolulu County, HI
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Honolulu County, HI
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Honolulu County, HI
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Honolulu County, HI
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Honolulu County, HI
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