State law
Exemptions and local rules
The state statute has exemptions. A local ordinance that is equal or stricter can still require a barrier.
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Exemptions in the statute
They include agricultural and irrigation works, public and semi public pools, pools built before the article took effect, and a residence where all residents are at least six years old.
Local ordinances
The statute also exempts cities that adopted their own barrier ordinance, provided later ordinances are equal to or more stringent. That means Gilbert's rules control in Gilbert.
Notice
The statute says anyone agreeing to build a pool, or to sell or rent a home with one, must give a pool safety notice approved by the state health department.
Sources
Public pages, linked so you can read the source yourself. Rules change, so confirm the current version with the agency before you rely on it.
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