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Gilbert pool planning guides

Gilbert's pool rules sit on top of Arizona's enclosure law. These guides explain how the two fit together.

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Where to begin

Start with Arizona's pool enclosure law, then read the house as part of the barrier.

State law

State enclosure lawWhat the state requires.House as barrierFour options under state law.Doors and windowsDoors, escape windows, and screens.Safety coversKey switch covers and daily use.ExemptionsWho is exempt, and who is not.

Gilbert rules

Lake lotsThe lake edge and the barrier.Neighbor wallsShared walls and inspections.Internal fencesPermits and climbable items.Corner lots3 feet, 5 feet, and easements.Dust permitsThe 0.1 acre threshold.

Design

Shapes and featuresShapes, ledges, and water features.Pool coversWater, heat, and chemicals.Pump schedulesRun time and short cycles.

Hiring

Cost factorsAccess, features, and barriers.Hiring checklistLicense, barriers, and walls.More questionsExemptions, inspections, and extensions.

Comparisons

Fence, cover, or latchesWho lives in the house decides it.

Neighborhoods and nearby communities

Service area overviewHow the city and its edges are split.Heritage DistrictOlder walls and smaller lots.AgritopiaCompact lots and review.SevilleAssociations and shared walls.Cooley StationNewer homes and small yards.Lyons GateFamily yards and safety layers.Ashland RanchMature yards and wall access.Queen CreekTown barrier options.San Tan ValleyA permit process in transition.Higley areaOne name, three permit offices.

Start with the backyard

Tell us the subdivision, the yard size, and how wide the side gate is.

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