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Swimming pools in Hesperia

Hesperia's own rules on swimming pools, with the code text for every value.

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Each rule below links to the section of the Hesperia Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

What Hesperia's code says

Hesperia code What Hesperia's code adds
Pool barrier
  • The barrier must meet California Building Code and ISPSC construction standards.
    § 15.04.050 · code text
    All swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs shall be protected by a barrier not less than 60 inches in height meeting the construction and gate standards of CBC Section 3109 and ISPSC requirements.
Barrier height
  • At least 60 inches high.
    Applies: Applies to swimming pools, spas and hot tubs with water over 18 inches deep.
    § 15.04.050 · code text
    All swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs shall be protected by a barrier not less than 60 inches in height meeting the construction and gate standards of CBC Section 3109 and ISPSC requirements.
Drain safety
  • Pools and spas must meet California Building Code and ISPSC anti-entrapment and circulation safety rules.
    § 15.04.050 · code text
    Pools and spas shall comply with anti-entrapment and circulation safety provisions per CBC Section 3109 and ISPSC.
Equipment and alarms
  • At least 2 of the drowning prevention safety features listed in state law.
    Applies: Applies when a building permit is issued for a new or remodeled pool or spa.
    § 15.04.050 · code text
    When a building permit is issued for a new or remodeled swimming pool or spa, the pool or spa shall be equipped with at least two of the drowning prevention safety features listed in California Health and Safety Code Section 115922, as locally amended herein.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the pool fence and setback rules in Hesperia?

Hesperia's code: At least 60 inches high. (Applies to swimming pools, spas and hot tubs with water over 18 inches deep.) (§ 15.04.050); The barrier must meet California Building Code and ISPSC construction standards. (§ 15.04.050).

General information, not legal advice.

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