Bellevue — Ch. 8 Buildings, Housing, and Construction § 8-79
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The purpose of this article is to prescribe rules and regulations controlling the construction, maintenance and operation of private swimming pools in the village and to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the village from the dangers which are often associated with a private swimming pool. It shall be the duty of the owner of a private swimming pool to comply with these private swimming pool regulations.
Section 8-79 of Bellevue's municipal code establishes the framework for regulating private swimming pools within the village, with the stated goal of protecting public health, safety, and welfare. The article sets out that rules governing how pools are constructed, maintained, and operated will be defined within this chapter. Responsibility for compliance with these regulations falls on the owner of the private swimming pool.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 8-79, property owners who have a private swimming pool bear the direct legal duty to comply with Bellevue's swimming pool regulations. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with all requirements in Chapter 8 covering construction standards, ongoing maintenance obligations, and operational rules. Staying current with any amendments to this article is a common practice among property owners seeking to remain in good standing with the village.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 8-79 makes clear that the owner of a private swimming pool — typically the landlord or property owner — carries the compliance obligation under Bellevue's pool regulations. If a tenant has access to a private pool on the property and has concerns about its safety, maintenance, or operation, they may wish to review the broader provisions of Chapter 8 to understand what standards apply. Tenant-rights organizations or local village offices can be consulted to learn more about how these rules are enforced and what options exist when concerns arise.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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