Cal. Civ. Code § 5:10-13.4
Electrical hazards near swimming pools
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No overhead electrical conductors shall be within 15 feet of any swimming pool. All metal fences, enclosures or railings that might become electrically charged as a result of contact with broken overhead conductors or from any other cause near, or adjacent to, a swimming pool shall be grounded in accordance with the provisions of the National Electrical Code.
Under N.J.A.C. § 5:10-13.4, overhead electrical conductors must be kept at least 15 feet away from any swimming pool. Additionally, metal fences, enclosures, or railings located near or adjacent to a pool that could become electrically charged — whether from contact with a broken overhead conductor or any other cause — must be grounded in compliance with the National Electrical Code. This rule is designed to reduce the risk of electrical hazards in and around residential swimming pool areas.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers with swimming pools on their premises are generally expected, under N.J.A.C. § 5:10-13.4, to verify that no overhead electrical conductors pass within 15 feet of any pool. Compliant operators also ensure that all metal fences, enclosures, and railings near or adjacent to a pool are properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Routine inspections and coordination with a licensed electrician are common practices for maintaining ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.A.C. § 5:10-13.4 establishes safety standards for electrical installations near swimming pools, and tenants have a general right to housing that meets these requirements. If a tenant observes overhead wires within 15 feet of a pool or metal fencing near a pool that does not appear to be properly grounded, they may consider documenting the condition and reporting it to the local housing or code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand available options, including how to raise a code violation as part of a broader housing complaint.
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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