New and remodeled pools/spas at Sonoma single-family homes must have at least two of seven independent drowning-prevention features under California HSC §115922, plus dual anti-entrapment drains under the Virginia Graeme Baker standards (ASME/ANSI A112.19.8) referenced in Permit Sonoma CNI-044.
Permit Sonoma CNI-044 enforces California Health & Safety Code §115922's seven approved features: (1) isolation enclosure per §115923; (2) ASTM F2286 removable mesh fencing; (3) ASTM F1346-compliant safety pool cover; (4) exit alarms on doors/windows providing direct pool access; (5) self-closing/self-latching devices on doors with release at 54"+ height; (6) ASTM F2208 pool water-detection alarms (surface motion, pressure, sonar, laser, or infrared); or (7) other equivalent independently-verified protection. Two features must be installed and must operate independently - two devices on the same point of entry do not satisfy the law. New pools also require at least two circulation drains per pump, hydraulically balanced and at least 3 feet apart, with anti-entrapment grates meeting ASME/ANSI A112.19.8 (the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act standard). Remodels must upgrade suction outlets to current standards.
Permits will not be finaled until two compliant features and dual-drain anti-entrapment hardware are verified by inspection. Operating a non-compliant pool can expose owners to civil liability and, for rentals, to enforcement under HSC §115921 et seq.
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