Swimming pools
The Building( Pools) Amendment Act 2016 came into place in order to improve the level of compliance relating to pool barrier requirements.
The Act applies to all residential pools and small heated pools with a maximum depth of 400mm or more. Key changes for landlords mean:
• Residential swimming pool barriers must be inspected every three years
• Safety covers will be able to be used as barriers for spa pools and hot tubs
• Territorial authorities will have better tools to enforce pool barrier requirements, including issues notices to fix, and infringement notice
• Landlords are required under the Act to ensure that the fence and gates around any swimming pool comply with the Act at all times.
We recommend you contact your local council if you have any questions or need information on how you can arrange your own swimming pool assessment.
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