(1) Swimming pools shall be allowed as an accessory use in all zoning districts unless otherwise specifically prohibited in this code.

(2) All swimming pools located in all zoning districts shall be located in the side or rear yard and shall be set back a minimum of four feet from any property line. No swimming pool can be placed in the front yard (either front yard on a corner lot) or within the city right-of-way.

(3) All outdoor swimming pools shall be enclosed by a barrier to prevent unauthorized access by small children and to provide a degree of security. In the case of in-ground pools, this shall be accomplished using a fence or wall not less than four nor more than six feet in height located not less than four feet from each side of such pool. In the case of above-ground pools, a combination of fence or wall and the water-enclosing wall of the swimming pool may be used; provided, that the pool is reasonably secure and the effective enclosure height is not less than four feet from the highest point of the ground. Fences will have no foot or handrails, any slats less than four inches apart or chain link with an opening larger than one and three-fourths inches. For all swimming pools, any opening to the swimming pool shall be equipped with a self-closing and self-latching device with locking provisions for keeping the gate or door securely closed at all times when not in actual use.

(4) Swimming pools of less than 24 inches deep are exempt from these requirements if they are emptied after each use, or if when not in use they are covered with a cover designed for use with the pool.

(5) The owner and tenant will at all times when not directly supervising the pool remove ladders or any other means of access from the vicinity of the pool. A screen is not required, but if desired by homeowner, material may include fencing, retaining walls, hedges, etc., designed to block the view of the public, but may not be installed or constructed to block the view of traffic approaching an intersection from any direction.

(6) This chapter applies to both existing and future swimming pools and wading pools within the city of Ida Grove.

(7) Any hot tubs or spas require fencing around them not less than four feet tall or need to have a locked hard cover on it to keep it inaccessible to children. [Ord. 569 § 1, 2019.]