New Orleans Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance

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21.6.EE Swimming Pools

1.  Swimming pools are permitted to locate only within a required rear or interior side yard.

2. Swimming pools must be at least two (2) feet from any lot line or four (4) feet from any neighboring building's exterior wall, whichever is greater.

3.  Adequate handrails shall be provided for pool entry and exit.

4.  Every swimming pool shall be protected by a safety fence or barrier of at least six (6) feet. A walk space at least three (3) feet in width shall be provided on two (2) sides or fifty percent (50%) of the exterior of the pool, whichever is greater, between the pool walls and protective fences or barrier walls.

Ord. 29126, 8-12-22, ZD016/22