What is the Australian standard for swimming pools?
What is the Australian standard for swimming pools?
All Australian swimming pools and spas must comply with Australian Standard AS1926.
Are pool covers mandatory in NSW?
The new code states that a pool cover is a mandatory requirement where a pool has either a gas heater or heat pump installed, even if the pool also has a solar heater.
How close can a pool be to a boundary NSW?
1000mm
When it comes to how close a pool can be to boundary fences in NSW, the general rule is 1000mm. With this in mind, it is important for pool owners to check with your local council or get a pool fence inspection.
Do I need a fence around my pool NSW?
The pool must be surrounded by a fence that separates the pool from the house. Some exemptions apply if the pool is part of: a very small property (less than 230 square metres) a large property (2 hectares or over)
Is there a law that you have to have a fence around the pool?
A wall, fence or other barrier must surround the pool area and applies to both above ground and inground pools. This law applies unless a local law has a different requirement. The wall, fence or barrier must: Be a minimum of 20 inches from the water/edge of the pool.
What is considered a pool?
Definition of pool (Entry 1 of 4) 1a(1) : a small and rather deep body of usually fresh water. (2) : a quiet place in a stream. (3) : a body of water forming above a dam.
Do you need council approval for a pool NSW?
Every new pool in NSW must be approved for construction by a Licensed Certifier. Some pools require a Development Application (DA) approval from council, while some can be processed quicker as Complying Development.
How close to fence can pool be?
Swimming pools generally need to be at least 1000mm from the boundary. The boundary can be your backyard fence or a barrier that is suitable to be classified as a boundary fence. You should contact your local council to find out your location’s specific requirements.
How far does a pool need to be from a house NSW?
If you have decided to put your pool near the boundary of your property you will want to minimise disruption to your neighbours and ‘property protection works’. A good rule of thumb is to position the pool at least 1000mm from the boundary.
What is the South Wales swimming pool Act 1992?
SWIMMING POOLS ACT 1992 No. 49 NEW SOUTH WALES Act No. 49, 1992 An Act to require access to private swimming pools to be effectively restricted; to repeal the Swimming Pools Act 1990; and for other purposes. [Assented to 10 July 1992]
Who owns the pool in a strata or community scheme?
In a strata or community scheme, all of the lot owners jointly own any swimming pool or spa pool that is on common property. The owners corporation (or body corporate) is responsible for ensuring such pools are compliant with the Swimming Pools Act 1992.
What are the NSW councils required to do for swimming pools?
In NSW, local councils are required to: make publicly available a relevant extract of the Building Code of Australia, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Guideline and applicable Australian Standards report annually on the number of pool inspections undertaken and the level of compliance with the requirements.
Who is responsible for a swimming pool’s compliance?
The owners corporation (or body corporate) is responsible for ensuring such pools are compliant with the Swimming Pools Act 1992. The law applies to any excavation, structure or vessel including swimming pools and spa pools that are:
