Pools must be in backyard of home. No pools allowed in front
yard of residence.
(Ordinance 121415-12 adopted 12/14/15)
(a)
All
outdoor swimming pools shall be completely enclosed by a fence which
shall be a minimum of three and one-half feet (3-1/2') high, and of
such type and construction such as wood, masonry, or chain link to
prevent children from crawling through. Such fence shall have its
horizontal supporting members on the inside and where applicable shall
have its smooth side facing outside in order to keep children from
climbing over the fence. The use of barbed-wire fencing is prohibited.
(b)
All
fence openings or points of entry into the pool area shall be equipped
with gates. All gates shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching
devices placed near the top of the gate or shall be of such construction
that it cannot be unfastened by a child of tender years. All gates
shall be kept closed at all times except when passing through.
(2000 Code, sec. 3.1101)
Neither the city nor any authorized agent shall be liable or
have any liability with respect to whether any fence required herein
is constructed or satisfactorily maintained in accordance with the
terms of this provision or for failure by the owner to comply with
these provisions.
(2000 Code, sec. 3.1102)
