Safety Standards

Recent studies conducted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission highlight the heightened risk of critical and fatal accidents for young children around residential, in-ground swimming pools. In response, many states have enacted legislation advocating the use of pool fencing for enhanced security. Clearview, a company prioritizing pool safety, employs high-grade metals and tempered glass in their safety products. The frameless glass pool fencing offers an unobstructed view for monitoring children, toughened safety glass provides durable wind protection, and tempered glass panels have rounded and polished edges. Additionally, the 4 and 5 feet high fences are designed to be climb-resistant, with compliance to local building codes recommended. The glass gate is equipped with self-closing hinges to prevent accidental gate left open situations.

Recent studies conducted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission highlight the heightened risk of critical and fatal accidents for young children around residential, in-ground swimming pools. In response, many states have enacted legislation advocating the use of pool fencing for enhanced security. Clearview, a company prioritizing pool safety, employs high-grade metals and tempered glass in their safety products. The frameless glass pool fencing offers an unobstructed view for monitoring children, toughened safety glass provides durable wind protection, and tempered glass panels have rounded and polished edges. Additionally, the 4 and 5 feet high fences are designed to be climb-resistant, with compliance to local building codes recommended. The glass gate is equipped with self-closing hinges to prevent accidental gate left open situations.

Texas Basics

  • Minimum height: 48″ measured on the outside of the barrier.
  • Openings: No gaps that let a 4″ sphere pass through or under. No hand‑/footholds that make it climbable.

  • Gates: Outward‑swinging, self‑closing, self‑latching, and lockable.

  • Latch release height: Typically ≥54″ above grade on the outside (alternate inside‑latch rules apply when lower).
  • House wall as barrier: Allowed when doors to pool area have compliant alarms or other protection.

City Specifics

  • Height: 48″ minimum (outside measurement).
  • Climbability: Horizontal rails only on pool side; no footholds >1/2″ within 45″ of top.
  • Openings: Max 4″ sphere; bottom clearance ≤2″; lattice ≤1 3/4″.
  • Gates: Outward-swinging, self-closing, self-latching; latch ≥54″ above grade.
  • House as barrier: Doors require UL 2017 alarms; operable windows below 48″ must have protection.
  • Inspector Notes: Dallas inspectors adhere to the full ISPSC 305.2 code, strictly enforcing non-climbable surfaces, gate hardware, and proper latch height.
  • Special Amendment: Waterfront lots require barrier extension 18″ into water if shoreline forms part of barrier.
  • Height: 48″ minimum; inspectors often expect 60″ for climb-resistant design.
  • Openings: Max 4″ vertical-picket openings; no climbable footholds.
  • Gates: Reinforced hardware; outward-swinging, self-closing, self-latching.
  • Alarms: Doors require minimum 7-second UL 2017 compliant alarms.
  • Windows: Operable windows facing pool must meet minimum sill height or have protective devices.
  • Inspector Notes: Austin inspectors are known for enforcing alarm installation and strict gate hardware compliance.
  • Barrier Height: Minimum 48″ measured from finished grade; exterior measurement.
  • Bottom Clearance: Max 2″ on non-solid surfaces; up to 4″ on solid surfaces.
  • Openings: No opening may allow a 4″ sphere; no footholds within 45″ of top.
  • Gates: Outward-swinging, self-closing, self-latching; latch ≥54″.
  • House Walls as Barrier: Doors must have UL 2017 alarms (trigger ≤7 sec, ≥85 dB). Operable windows below 48″ must be fixed, restricted, or alarmed.
  • Above-Ground Pools: Pool walls may serve as barrier if height and 4″ sphere rules are met.
  • Inspector Notes: San Antonio inspectors strictly enforce clearance and alarm compliance; expect inspections for both gates and doors.
  • Height: 72″ (6′) recommended by city life-safety bulletin.
  • Openings: Max 4″ sphere; older fences must be upgraded during pool permitting.
  • Gates: Outward-swinging, self-closing, self-latching; latch ≥54″.
  • House as Barrier: Door alarms required; windows below 48″ must have restricted operation.
  • STR Requirement: Short-term rentals must have full 6′ non-climbable enclosure.
  • Inspector Notes: Waco inspectors emphasize strict enforcement for short-term rental properties.
  • Height: 48″ minimum from finished grade.
  • Openings: Max 4″ sphere; within 18″ of latch openings ≤1/2″ when latch <54″.
  • Gates: Outward-swinging, self-closing, self-latching; latch ≥54″.
  • House as Barrier: Doors require continuous audible alarm; operable windows must comply.
  • Special Amendment: Public pools require emergency egress hardware.
  • Inspector Notes: Houston inspectors focus on gate swing, latch height, and openings around the pool.