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3.General Provisions VI i. If fences are employed,they shall be at least four(4)feet in height. The bottoms of the fences shall not be more than four(4)inches from the ground. Fences shall be of a non-corrosive material and shall be constructed as to be not easily climbable. All fence openings or points of entry into the pool enclosure shall be equipped with gates or doors. All gates or doors to swimming pools shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices placed at a sufficient height so as to be inaccessible to all small children. Prior to filling the pool,the approved fence and/or screen must be completely in place and inspected and approved by the City Building Inspector. ii. When an above-ground pool has vertical or outward inclined side walls that are at least four (4) feet above finished grade, these fencing requirements do not apply. However,if no fencing is constructed,the ladder must be removable or there must be a lockable access to the ladder. o. Required structure or safety fencing shall be completely installed within three (3)weeks following the installation of the pool and before any water is allowed in the pool. p. Back flush or pool drainage water shall be directed onto the property on which the swimming pool is located and ultimately to public storm sewer,if available. q. Drainage of pools directly into public streets or other public drainageways shall require written permission of the Zoning Administrator. 2. Multiple-Family, Commercial and Public Developments. For private swimming pools which are intended for and used by the occupants of a multiple-family dwelling and the guests of the occupants,or for private and public clubs and organizations,the following regulations shall be met in addition to those listed for single and two family dwellings provided in§1007.043 (4)(c)1.above: a. No part of the water surface of the swimming pool shall be less than fifty(50) feet from any lot line. b. No pumps, filter or other apparatus used in connection with or to service a swimming pool shall be located less than fifty(50)feet from any lot line. c. The pool area shall be adequately fenced to prevent uncontrolled access from the street or adjacent property. Adequate screening,including but not limited to landscaping,shall be placed between the pool area and adjacent lot lines. d. All deck areas,adjacent patios,or other similar areas used in conjunction with the swimming pool shall be located at least thirty(30)feet from any lot line. e. To the extent possible,back-flush water or water from pool drainage shall be directed onto the owner's property. 3-20