The proposed Bill No. 6825 aims to enhance safety measures for in-ground swimming pools by mandating that all pool owners install a barrier that meets the updated requirements of the State Building Code, effective July 1, 2025. Specifically, any in-ground swimming pool not currently surrounded by a compliant barrier must have one installed by July 1, 2026. This initiative is particularly focused on reducing safety risks associated with children and swimming pools.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that a provision in the State Building Code, which allows for the installation of a powered safety cover or retractable cover as an exception to the barrier requirement, will no longer be considered valid. This means that all in-ground swimming pools must have a physical barrier, regardless of the presence of these types of covers, thereby reinforcing the safety standards for pool owners.