Swimming pools are hereby declared to be a permitted
accessory use structure in any use district, provided the pool meets
the requirements of this article and other applicable laws and regulations.
[Amended 11-6-2016 by L.L. No. 5-2016]
Swimming pools must comply with all setback,
side yard and rear yard requirements of this chapter applicable to
buildings or structures, except that swimming pools shall be permitted
in the rear yard area, providing they are not less than 10 feet from
the rear lot line or residence. Swimming pools shall not be allowed
between a residence and the road.
In-ground-type pools shall be completely enclosed
by a security fence of not less than four feet in height with all
gates or doors opening through such enclosure equipped with self-latching
devices capable of keeping such gates or doors securely closed at
all times when not in actual use.
A swimming pool extending more than three feet
above ground must be equipped with folding or removable steps which
shall be removed or raised and locked in place when the pool is not
in use. Aboveground pools less than three feet in height shall be
fenced in the same manner as in-ground pools.
Swimming pools shall have an adequate source
of water supply, filtration, shall meet County Health Department standards,
and shall be so located and constructed as not to interfere with the
peace, comfort and repose of the occupants of any neighboring property.
The filter shall be located a minimum of 15 feet from any lot line.
A swimming pool building permit application
shall be accompanied by a statement of the proposed method of draining
said pool, indicating to the satisfaction of the Building Inspector
that such drainage shall not interfere with the enjoyment of neighboring
properties.
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Editor's Note: Former § 200-154, Electrical system,
was repealed 5-5-2010 by L.L. No. 2-2010.
All provisions of this chapter, except preexisting
legal setbacks, shall apply to existing swimming pools.
