Any body of water in an artificial or semi-artificial receptacle or other container located outdoors which is constructed below grade shall be required to obtain a building permit and shall be enclosed with a tight fence of wood or other smooth material, or a chain link fence, not less than eleven-gauge. Such fence shall be a minimum of six feet in height. Fences shall be placed within one-half inch of the ground. Openings into the pool areas shall be only through a self-closing and self-locking gate. Residential district swimming pools shall be allowed in side and rear yards only. Side and rear yard setbacks shall be a minimum of six feet and a minimum setback of 10 feet shall be maintained between the swimming pool and the principal structure.

Any body of water in an artificial or semi-artificial receptacle or other container located outdoors which is constructed in such a manner as to permit a water depth of more than 18 inches above grade shall be either enclosed with a fence as required above, or shall be covered with a tight fitting cover, securely fastened as to prevent entry into the water when not in use.