Six foot exterior fence
The city's minimum for exterior pool fencing. Existing walls may need to be raised.
Chandler, Arizona
Building a new pool in Chandler
Chandler publishes clear pool rules. This guide puts them next to the decisions you will actually make with a builder.
This is an independent referral guide. It connects homeowners with independent providers and may receive compensation. It is not a licensed contractor and it does not do the work.
Four Chandler rules that shape the design
Five feet from the lot line
The water's edge stays at least five feet from side and back property lines.
Equipment spacing
Equipment sits at least five feet from the water's edge.
Near the house
Closer than five feet to a foundation calls for an engineered surcharge design.
Sources: the Chandler pool fencing page and the home owners permit manual.
Questions people ask first
Is this a pool company?
No. Chandler Pool Builders Guide is an independent referral site. It may be paid for an introduction. It does not build pools.
Why does everyone mention six feet?
The city's pool fencing page sets a six foot minimum for exterior pool fencing, which is taller than the statewide five foot rule.
Do custom pools need an engineer?
The city manual says custom inground pools and spas need engineering plans stamped and sealed by an engineer.
Topics
Gunite pool construction
The shell, the steel, the engineering, and the inspections Chandler schedules along the way.
Open this topicBarriers and fencing
Chandler asks for a taller exterior barrier than many people expect. Plan it with the pool.
Open this topicEquipment and energy
Pumps, filters, heaters, where the pad goes, and what the city says about spacing.
Open this topicNeighborhoods
Lake lots in the south, shared walls in newer areas, and older lots near downtown.
Chandler service areaHow the city rules apply across neighborhoods.OcotilloLakes, golf, and association review in south Chandler.Fulton RanchNewer south Chandler homes with shared walls.Central ChandlerOlder homes, mature trees, and existing walls.Local guideCity manual highlights with links.Common questionsFence height, setbacks, and inspections.
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Tell us the neighborhood, the yard, and whether the house wall will be part of the pool barrier.