Updated as of June 2018
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Whenever a term used in this article is defined in the Act or the regulations promulgated thereunder, such term is intended to have the meaning set forth in the definition of such term in the Act or the regulations, unless a contrary intention is clearly and explicitly expressed from the context of this article
Terms defined.
[Added 9-23-2010 by Ord. No. 2010-6]
Pools with a potential depth of no more than 36 inches from the ground and are easy-setup or blowup-type structure.
All swimming pools in excess of 24 inches depth.
A man-made rigid or semi rigid structure, basin or receptacle for water having a depth in excess of 24 inches or more at any point or with a surface area exceeding 250 square feet whose framework is installed primarily above grade. Such structure shall be used for swimming, wading or bathing exclusively by the homeowner or occupant of the land or premises and his/her family and guests.
[Added 4-14-2016 by Ord. No. 2016-3]
A man-made basin or receptacle for water having a depth in excess of 18 inches or more, constructed of concrete, steel, or other approved material and having an impervious finish, smooth-bottom surface and slope to a main drain. An in-ground pool shall be used for swimming, wading or bathing exclusively by the homeowner or occupant of the land or premises and his/her family and guests.
[Added 4-14-2016 by Ord. No. 2016-3]
[Amended 4-14-2016 by Ord. No. 2016-3]
No private residential pool shall be installed on any lot unless said lot shall contain a residence and said pool shall be accessory to the residence.
Swimming pools shall adhere to the following requirements:
In-ground swimming pools in all districts shall be 10 feet from the property sidelines and 10 feet from the rear property lines.
Aboveground pools or hot tubs located on lots within waterfront zones or on lots directly abutting a lagoon or bay shall comply with the side and rear yard principal building setbacks of that zone.
Aboveground pools or hot tubs located on lots within waterfront zones or on lots directly abutting a lagoon or bay shall not exceed 4.5 feet in height as measured from the average elevation of the finished grade to the top of the pool or hot tub.
Pools shall otherwise be installed, operated and used in accordance with other health and safety ordinances regarding water filtration, circulation and treatment, fencing, noise and lighting. A pool permit shall be obtained from the Township.
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