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Mount Arlington City Zoning Code

§ 17-32.2

Swimming Pools, Tennis Courts, and Similar Recreational Structures in Residential Zones.

Except for portable swimming pools less than three feet in height and less than 10 feet in length or diameter, the following regulations shall apply to permanent and portable swimming pools, tennis courts and similar recreational facilities accessory to a residential use.
a. 
Said structure shall be erected on the same lot as the principal structure and shall require a construction permit.
b. 
Said structure may be erected in the rear yard of such lot and shall be located no closer than 15 feet from any lot line or the setbacks as specified in Schedule 1, whichever is greater.
c. 
Said structure shall be appropriately screened, fenced and used so as not to be a nuisance or adversely affect adjoining properties.
d. 
On any corner lot, such use shall not be constructed within the front yard area to be provided on either street.
e. 
Artificial lights used or maintained in connection with such uses shall be so located and shielded that the illumination there from is not directed upon adjacent property.
f. 
Said use shall meet all applicable codes and ordinances of the Borough of Mount Arlington and any regulations of a county or state agency.
g. 
Swimming pools shall be fenced with a four foot high fence. The fence is to be used as protection against unsupervised entry of children into the pool area.