HomeMy WebLinkAboutAbove Ground Pool Barrier Option Submittal Form 2021 CodesCITY OF PORT ORCHARD DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
RESIDENTIAL ONGROUND STORABLE POOL APPLICATION
BARRIER OPTIONS SUBMITTAL FORM
This form is designed to streamline the application, plan review, and inspection process for
on -ground storable residential pools by using option sheets and ready -to -use details.
Construction plans that contain adequate drawings, notes and details to demonstrate that
minimum code requirements are met can be used in lieu of this form.
This form, if used, must be filled out and submitted with the permit application and will be
reviewed. All pages must be included. These details are not approved for construction
unless stamped approved by City plan reviewer at the bottom of each page.
In addition to this form, the applicant must include a site -specific site plan. See Site Plan
Checklist for a full list:
https://portorchardwa.gov/documents/form-085-site-plan-checklist/
If pool barrier fence is located in a yard setback, consult with Planning unit for Fence Design
Standards, which limits some fence options.
To use this form:
1. Check the box for which option will be used for the pool barrier type: Figure 1, Figure 3,
Figure 4, or Figure 12.
2. If selecting Figure 3 or 4, choose between Figures 5 - 11 for the fence type.
3. If selecting Figure 4, check the box for Figure 13 if it applies to the project. Leave
unchecked if it does not apply to the project.
4. Select between Figures 14-17 for which steps/ladder type will be used
5. Select Figure 19 if pool includes a pre -manufactured deck.
Refer to the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code for all requirements. Available
for free reading here: https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/ISPSC2021 P3
Applicant Name:
Site Address:
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NOT VALID FOR CONSTRUCTION UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS
--- STAMPED APPROVED BY CITY:
Permit:
City of Port
Orchard
Based on the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Barrier Options Submittal Form
Revised 6/26/25
WHEN NOT IN USE, LADDER OR
STEPS MUST BE CAPABLE OF
48" MINIMUM BEING SECURED IN THE UPRIGHT
HEIGHT AROUND POSITION ABOVE THE 48" LEVEL,
PERIMETER OR LOCKED OR REMOVED TO
POOL PREVENT ACCESS INTO THE POOL
GRADE
POOL 48" OR MORE IN HEIGHT Check box if using
FIGURE 1 - ABOVEGROUND POOL WALL IS USED AS BARRIER this option �❑
MEASURE 3FT
HORIZONTALLY OUT
48"MIN
HEIGHT -'
GRADE
POOL
GRADE
FIGURE 2 - FENCE ON SLOPING GROUND
OPENINGS CANNOT ALLOW
PASSAGE OF 4" SPHERE
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48" MINIMUM
HEIGHT
4" MAX GO TO PAGE 2 AND 3 TO
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CLEARANCE POOL POST SELECT FENCE TYPE
CANNOT USE MESH FENCE
GRADE WITH THIS OPTION
Check box if using
POOL LESS THAN 48" HEIGHT this option ❑
FIGURE 3- ABOVE GROUND POOL WITH FENCE ON TOP OF POOL WALL
OPENINGS CANNOT ALLOW
PASSAGE OF4"SPHERE
48" MIN FINISHED
FROM
GRADE* GRADE
FIGURE 4 -POOL BARRIER: FENCES ON GRADE GO TO PAGE 2 AND 3 TO
Z2
-MAX FROM GRADE
SELECT FENCE TYPE
4" MAX FROM SOLID SURFACE (CONCRETE/PAVERS)
Check box if using
"FENCES IN A FRONT YARD SETBACK ARE LIMITED TO A HEIGHT OF 48" AND MUST BE MIN 38% OPEN. this option
IN NO INSTANCE MAY A FENCE WITHIN A YARD SETBACK EXCEED 6FT.
CONSTRUCTION PLANS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR FENCES OVER 6FT NOT LOCATED IN A SETBACK.
Site Address:
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BARRIER TYPES
NOT VALID FOR CONSTRUCTION UNLESS
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STAMPED APPROVED BY CITY:
Permit:
City of Port
Orchard
Based on the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Barrier Options Submittal Form
Revised 6/26/25
HORIZONTAL
4" MAX.
HORIZONTAL 1-3/4" MAX.
MEMBER TOWARDS
POOL -7
OPENING
[.-(TYPICAL)
MEMBER TOWARDS OPENING
POOL (TYPICAL) POST
POST
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FIGURE 5-
PICKET FENCE
FIGURE 6- PICKET FENCE
(HORIZONTAL MEMBERS
45" OR MORE APART)
(HORIZONTAL MEMBERS LESS THAN 45" APART)
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this option
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this option
APPROVED WIRE MESH ON
FIGURE 9 - GATE HORIZONTAL
OUTSIDE. MAX. HORIZONTAL
MEMBER TOWARDS
1-3/4" INCH
OPENING 1-3/4". (2" c/c
18" 18" POOL
MAXIMUM OPENING
SPACING). INSTALLED PER
FG. INSTRUCTIONS.
1/2" MAX.
POST
OPENING H
LATCH
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RELEASE E
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(POOL
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SIDE)*
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GRADE ` Check box if using a
*IF
GRADE Mesh must be vinyl or PVC to meet
Planning design standards
LATCH :OPENS AWAY!
RELEASE IS NOT gate
FROM POOL
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8
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ON POOL SIDE, ❑
MUST BE PLACC ED ; ::'� ❑
CHAIN LINK
MESH FENCE
MIN 54" HIGH •.................:
GATES SHALL HAVE A SELF -LATCHING, SELF -CLOSING
Check box if using
Check box if using
DEVICE LOCATED INSIDE THE POOL AREA.
this option
this option
BARRIER ALARMS WHERE REQUIRED SHALL BE LISTED
& LABELED AS A WATER HAZARD ENTRANCE ALARM IN
ACCORDANCE WITH UL 2017.
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BARRIER TYPES
NOT VALID FOR CONSTRUCTION UNLESS
Permit:
STAMPED APPROVED BY CITY:
City of Port
Orchard
Based on the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Barrier Options Submittal Form
Revised 6/26/25
1-3/4" MAX OPENING 45 DEGREES MAX FROM
BETWEEN DIAGONALS VERTICAL
FIGURE 10- DIAGONAL
MEMBERS
Check box if using
this option
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MUST COMPLY WITH
ASTM F1346
SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMITS
THROUGH WASHINGTON
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND
INDUSTRIES
WALL CANNOT HAVE PROTRUSIONS OR
INDENTATIONS THAT FORM
HANDHOLDS/FOOTHOLDS
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FIGURE 11 - FREESTANDING
SOLID WALL*
Check box if using
this option *CONSTRUCTION
PLANS REQUIRED
FOR FREESTANDING
WALLS OVER 6FT
Grade
NOT COMPATIBLE WITH MOST
ABOVEGROUND STORABLE POOLS
FIGURE 12
POWERED SAFETY COVER
BARRIER FENCE
DRAW IN AND POOL
LABEL DOORS
AND/OR
WINDOWS THAT
OPEN INTO
POOL AREA ON
SEPARATE SITE
PLAN
HOUSE
INCLUDE MANUFACTURER'S SPECS
WITH SUBMITTAL
Check box if using
this option
FIGURE 13
HOUSE WALL AS BARRIER
ALL DOORS AND ALL WINDOWS THAT ARE
LESS THAN 48" FROM FLOOR TO SILL
MUST HAVE UL 2017 LISTED AUDIBLE
ALARMS. DEACTIVATION SWITCH MUST
BE 48" - 54" ABOVE THE FLOOR.
Check box if using
this option
INCLUDE
MANUFACTURER'S
SPECS WITH
SUBMITTAL
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STAMPED APPROVED BY CITY: Permit:
CI yf rPort
Orchard
Based on the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Barrier Options Submittal Form
Revised 6/26/25
Select which ladder/steps will be used. Include manufacturer's specs with submittal.
FIGURE 14
A
box it using
this type ❑
TYPES A AND B
•If A frame ladder has platform between handrails,
min 12" width, min 12" length.
•Platform must be at or above highest ladder tread —
made with slip resistant material.
•Must have two handrails that serve all treads, min
20" above upper most tread/platform. 1" — 1.9"
diameter for handrail
•Min 12" clear distance between handrails
•Min 2" tread depth for ladder treads
•Risers must be at uniform height min 7" max 12"
FIGURE 1
r'",nr'L' hox if using
this type
TYPE C
•Type C staircase ladders need minimum 2 handrails,
min 20" above platform/top tread
•1"-1.9" handrail diameter
•Ladder treads horizontal uniform tread depth min 4"
•Riser height to be min 7" max 12" uniform height. The
vertical distance from the platform/top of pool to the
uppermost tread must be same as uniform riser heights
•Top step must be flush with the deck or 7"-12" below
the deck level
•Min 19" clear distance between side rails, unobstructed
FIGURE 16 Check box if using f I FIGURE 17 Check box if using
this type this type
TYPE D
•Clearance of min 3" max 6" between pool wall and the
ladder
•Min 2 handrails min 20" above platform/deck
•Min 12" clear distance between handrails
•1" — 1.9" handrail diameter
•Riser height to be min 7" max 12" uniform height.
•Vertical distance from pool coping, deck, or step
surface to top tread must be mi 7" and max 12" and
uniform with other risers
•Min 2" tread depth
TYPE E and F
•Must have at least one handrail that serves all treads min
20" above top tread/platform
•If handrails are removable, must be installed so they
cannot be removed without use of tools
•Leaning edge of handrails must be 18" horizontally from
vertical plane of bottom riser
•1" — 1.9" handrail diameter
•Treads must have horizontal unobstructed depth min 10"
and min 240 square inch surface area
•Riser height to be min 7" max 12" uniform height.
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_ NOT VALID FOR CONSTRUCTION UNLESS LADDERS/STEPS
+� STAMPED APPROVED BY CITY: Permit:
I Cit1 Port
Orchard
Based on the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Barrier Options Submittal Form
Revised 6/26/25
MIN 36" FROM
BARRIER TO
PERMANENT
STRUCTURES OR
EQUIPMENT
OUTSIDE THE POOL
AREA
FIGURE 18 - GENERAL PERIMETER BARRIER REQUIREMENTS
PLAN VIEW
CHECK SURFAL -15 INCHES MIN -
1
POOL WALL STRUC'
DECK
SURFACE 15 INCHES MINI
1 INCH MAX
ALL GAPS MUST BE
CLOSED -OFF OR
CAPPED.
• 3 INCHES MAX
POOL WALL STRUCTURE
CANTILEVERED DECK SUPPORT
FLUSH DECK
DECKS CONSTRUCTED ON SITE REQUIRE DECK CONSTRUCTION PLANS*
FIGURE 19 - MANUFACTURED DECKS
MUST BE INSTALLED PER
MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
*POOLS SUPPORTED ON PROVIDE SPECS WITH SUBMITTAL.
A DECK WILL REQUIRE
PLANS STAMPED BY A Check box if using a ❑
WASHINGTON LICENSED pre -manufactured deck
REGISTRANT
Site Address:
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..� NOT VALID FOR CONSTRUCTION UNLESS BARRIER LAYOUT & DECKS
STAMPED APPROVED BY CITY: Permit:
City of Port
Orchard
Based on the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code Barrier Options Submittal Form
Revised 6/26/25