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Posted: 9:17 PM Nov 4, 2009
New Rules For Pool And Hot Tub Owners
The Onslow County Commissioners have adopted a new ordinance they hope will prevent drownings and injuries.
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According to the safe kids coalition, drowning is the number 2 accidental injury related killer of children ages one to 14 across the U.S.
The Onslow County Commissioners have adopted a new ordinance they hope will prevent drownings and injuries.
Starting next November, any outdoor swimming pool, above or in the ground, that contains more than 2 feet of water, must be contained within a fence, or a solid wall that's 4 feet tall.
All fences must have a latch or lock.
Spas and hot tubs must be locked with a safety cover.
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Posted by: Wow
Location: Greenville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 12:03 PM
I am surprised the new ordinance wasn't put into place YEARS ago! NC needs to catch up with the rest of society.
Posted by: Wendy
Location: Hampstead
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Onslow County has adopted Appendix G of the 2009 NC Building code (which is the same as the ICC Code). If an above ground pool wall has a solid wall 4' high and a ladder that is removable or lockable it does not need a fence. A spa does not need a fence either. All pools over 2' in depth regardless where purchased or who puts them together are required to have a zoning and building permit. This is for your safety and well being of underground (septic) systems. Wendy Purser Government Relations Advisory Committee Association of Pool and Spa Professionals Hampstead Pool, Spa & Patio Hampstead, NC
Posted by: Elaine
Location: Onslow County
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:28 AM
so I have a Pool. 4 years do I have to put a fence around it or am I grandfathered in ?
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