ST. LUCIE COUNTY CODE OFFICERS REMIND RESIDENTS THAT POOLS MUST BE PROPERLY FENCED
St. Lucie County’s Code Compliance Division wants to remind residents that all swimming pools in the unincorporated areas of the county, unless entirely screened in, must be completely enclosed with a fence or wall at least four feet high to prevent children from accidently falling in.
"For various reasons, especially since the hurricanes of 2004 and 2005, many homeowners have had to erect orange construction fence as a temporary replacement enclosure," said Joseph Mulé, assistant code compliance manager for St. Lucie County. "However, temporary fencing can only be used for 90 days."
After that 90-day period, the homeowner is responsible for erecting a permanent fence or structure, according to St. Lucie County’s Land Development Code Section 8.00.05 A&B. Failure to comply is a violation of this ordinance and will subject the property owner to a fine.
More importantly, Mulé points out, the safety of area children are put at grave risk each day that a permanent barrier is not in place around the swimming pool.
"Please, we are asking residents to do their part to maintain their property and help protect the safety of children in St. Lucie County," added Mulé.
For more information about pool enclosure codes or violations, contact the St. Lucie County Code Compliance Division at (772) 462-1571 or visit: www.stlucieco.gov/public_works/code_enforcement.htm.