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Swimming pools in Newark

Newark'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 Newark Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

What Newark's code says

Newark code What Newark's code adds
Barrier height
  • A structure or solid fence or wall at least 5 feet high must screen the pool from street and neighbors.
    Applies: Applies to pools and spas within 50 feet of any lot line.
    § 17.17.110 · code text
    Swimming pools and spas located within fifty feet of any lot line shall be screened from view from the street and adjoining properties with a structure or a solid fence or wall at least five feet in height.
  • A masonry wall or solid fence at least 6 feet high.
    Applies: Applies to pools and spas less than 30 feet from a lot line, on the side facing that line.
    § 17.17.110 · code text
    Swimming pools and spas located less than thirty feet to any lot line shall be screened by a masonry wall or solid fence not less than six feet in height on the side facing such lot line.
Setback from property lines
  • At least 5 feet from interior side and rear lot lines; not in the front or street side setback.
    Applies: Measured to the outside wall of the water-holding part of the pool or spa.
    § 17.17.110 · code text
    The outside wall of the water-containing portion of any swimming pool or spa shall not be located within the required front or street side setback and shall be located at least five feet from all interior side and rear lot lines.

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What are the pool fence and setback rules in Newark?

Newark's code: A structure or solid fence or wall at least 5 feet high must screen the pool from street and neighbors. (Applies to pools and spas within 50 feet of any lot line.) (§ 17.17.110); At least 5 feet from interior side and rear lot lines; not in the front or street side setback. (Measured to the outside wall of the water-holding part of the pool or spa.) (§ 17.17.110).

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