Neighborhood Pools Possibly Affected by Federal Legislation
Posted by Elizabeth Morcom on Thu, Sep 15, 2011 @ 02:48 PM
(image courtesy poollifts.com)
Come next summer, you might see some major changes at your local swimming pool.
About a year ago, the U.S. government approved a regulation that will affect public pools – and some neighborhood pools – across the country.
Part of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the law requires any public pool to be equipped with assisted entry equipment, and if the pool is more than 300 linear feet, two assisted entries will be required.
Aimed primarily at public pools – those run by the county/city or pools in hotels and campgrounds – the law could also affect neighborhood pools that sometimes host swim meets. Because the pools are considered public during the meets, they may be required to install the equipment.
According to this AJC article from last week, many neighborhood groups are still trying to figure out if the law applies to them. A Spring 2012 deadline has been set for compliance with the new law.
It is not certain whether HOAs and neighborhood pools will truly face enforcement or punishment from the government for non-compliance.
If your commercial or public pool needs to be upgraded to meet the new ADA standards, or if your neighborhood pool elects to meet the standards to avoid government action, remember that your swimming pool specialists at WaterColors LLC can help you ensure compliance with the new law at a reasonable price!
Contact us today for more information on making your pool and/or spa ADA-approved!
More info on the ADA regulation (courtesy United States Access Board)