§ 91-12. Outdoor water pools., Article III. District Regulations, Chapter 91. Zoning, Code of Ordinances, Huntington Bay

It shall be unlawful to construct, maintain, install or enlarge any outdoor water pool in any residential zone in the Village of Huntington Bay except in compliance with all of the provisions of this section.

Definitions.

[Repealed 2-13-1978 by L.L. No. 3-1978]

Editor's Note: For current definitions, see § 91-2.

Terms. Permits for the construction, installation, enlargement or alteration of any pool shall be issued by the Building Inspector and shall be subject to all applicable provisions of this chapter.

Materials of construction. Pool walls and floors shall be constructed of any impervious material which shall provide a tight tank and shall be of sufficient strength to contain the water therein.

Drawings and plans.

(1)

All drawings and plans for the construction, installation, enlargement or alteration of any pool shall be submitted to the Building Inspector for examination and approval as to proper location and construction.

(2)

Plans and drawings shall show lot lines and shall include information pertinent to the pool, fence construction, water supply system, drainage water disposal system and all appurtenances as well as detailed plans and vertical elevations. A detailed survey showing proposed location of pool, filter and all existing structures, cesspools, septic tanks, waste lines, water service, pool lighting, overhead electrical lines, underground electrical lines, gas main, telephone lines, as well as the four corner elevations of the property, house, street, top of coping of pool and proposed fencing shall be submitted.

[Amended 4-12-1976 by L.L. No. 2-1976]

(3)

Pools, appurtenances, water supply, drainage systems and fences shall be constructed in conformity with the approved plans.

Water disposal. All water either overflowing or emptying from the pool shall be disposed of on the owner's land, and plans submitted shall show provisions made for preventing such water from flowing onto the land of any adjoining property owner or into any abutting street.

Fences. All pools shall be completely enclosed by a fence, and all fence openings or points of entry into the pool area enclosure shall be equipped with gates. The fence and gates shall be not less than four feet in height above the grade level and shall be constructed of any material which has no aperture or opening exceeding six inches at any point. All gates shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices placed at the top of the gates and all gates shall be locked whenever the pool is unattended.

Size and location. All pools shall comply with the requirements of this chapter relating to accessory buildings.

[Amended 12-10-2007 by L.L. No. 5-2007]

Lights. All lights used to illuminate the pool or pool area shall be shielded so as to prevent their shining upon the property of any adjacent property owner.