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FL S0706

FL S0706
Residential Swimming Pool Requirements


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Introduced
12/05/2023
In Committee
12/13/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/08/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act relating to residential swimming pool requirements; amending ss. 515.27 and 515.29, F.S.; requiring swimming pools located on residential real property that is transferred or sold on or after a specified date to meet certain pool safety and pool barrier requirements; requiring certain persons to report violations of the law to a local law enforcement agency; amending s. 515.31, F.S.; conforming a cross-reference and making technical changes; providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill amends Florida's residential swimming pool safety laws. It requires that any residential pool, regardless of when it was built, meet certain safety requirements when the property is transferred or sold on or after October 1, 2024. These requirements include having at least one pool safety feature, such as a barrier, safety cover, or alarm, and meeting pool barrier requirements. The bill also requires certain entities, like title companies and inspectors, to report violations to law enforcement. Additionally, it updates the drowning prevention education program that violators may be required to attend. The bill aims to improve pool safety and prevent drownings in Florida.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died in Regulated Industries (on 03/08/2024)

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