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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) If a pool yard enclosure is constructed or modified before January 1, 1994, and no municipal ordinance containing standards for pool yard enclosures were applicable at the time of construction or modification, the enclosure must comply with the requirements of Sections 757.003 and 757.004, except that:
(1) if the enclosure is constructed with chain link metal fencing material, the openings in the enclosure may not allow a sphere 2 1/4 inches in diameter to pass through the enclosure; or
(2) if the enclosure is constructed with horizontal and vertical members and the distance between the tops of the horizontal members is at least 36 inches, the openings in the enclosure may not allow a sphere four inches in diameter to pass through the enclosure.
(b) If a pool yard enclosure is constructed or modified before January 1, 1994, and if the enclosure is in compliance with applicable municipal ordinances existing on January 1, 1994, and containing standards for pool yard enclosures, Sections 757.003, 757.004(a)(3), and 757.004(b) do not apply to the enclosure.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Health and Safety Code - HEALTH & SAFETY § 757.005. Existing Pool Yard Enclosures - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/health-and-safety-code/health-safety-sect-757-005/
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