I want to install either an above ground or an in ground swimming pool. What are the requirements?
1. Private swimming pools can only be in a rear yard and cannot be in an easement;
2. In ground swimming pools require the approval of Metro Health Department, (502) 574-6520;
3. After approval by the Health Dept., a permit from the City of Jeffersontown is required for the construction of the in ground pool AND for associated electrical work,
4. Above ground and in ground swimming pools are required to be protected from the possibility of unintentional access by young children.
a. In ground pools are required to be protected by a four (4) foot fence with self-closing & self-latching gate and/or door.
b. Above ground pools are also required to protected by a four (4) fence with self-closing & self-latching gates and doors. This includes access from the home and/or deck. However, if the above ground pools has a vertical barrier (sides) of at least four (4) feet and the pool can be made inaccessible by removal of the ladder or similar measure, a fence is NOT required.
5. All swimming pools must be at least five (5) feet from the side yard and rear yard lines.

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