No private residential swimming pool shall be constructed or installed on any lot unless the lot contains a residence building which is either existing or currently under construction. Pools shall be located in the rear or side yard areas only and shall meet the setback distance for accessory buildings as specified in § 20-4 for each particular zoning district, except that in no case may a swimming pool be located closer than 10 feet from any lot line. Additionally, swimming pools may be located no closer than five feet from any other structure.

A swimming pool shall occupy no more than 75% of the yard area in which it is located.

A private residential swimming pool area must be surrounded by a fence at least four feet, but no more than six feet, in height. Compliance must be shown with the State of New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, N.J.A.C. 5:23.