Pool fence requirements in San Diego
What are the pool fence requirements in San Diego?
Under California's Swimming Pool Safety Act, a new or remodeled home pool permitted today must have at least two of seven drowning-prevention features. An enclosure must be at least 60 inches tall, have no more than 2 inches clearance at the bottom, no gaps passing a 4-inch sphere, no outside footholds, and gates that open away from the pool and self-close and self-latch.
The 7 features (pick at least 2)
- Isolation enclosure.
- Removable mesh fence (ASTM F2286) with self-closing, self-latching, key-lockable gate.
- Safety pool cover (ASTM F1346).
- Exit alarms on doors to the pool.
- Self-closing, self-latching doors with release ≥54 inches.
- Pool alarm (ASTM F2208).
- Other equivalent means.
Inspectors check these at the pool permit final. Confirm any local amendments with City of San Diego Development Services.
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Questions San Diego homeowners ask
How tall must a pool fence be in California?
At least 60 inches measured on the outside.
Does this apply to existing pools?
It applies when a building permit is issued for a new or remodeled pool or spa.
Pass inspection the first time
Licensed installers who know the code.