Swimming pools and spas.
El Paso City Code § 20.10.640
in effect20.10.640 - Swimming pools and spas.
A. In any district where permitted as an accessory use, unenclosed swimming pools and spas may occupy a required rear or side yard, provided they are not located closer than five feet to a rear or side lot line. A walk space at least four feet wide shall be provided between pool walls and protective fences and building or other walls. A deck surrounding at least sixty-five percent or more of the swimming pool or spa shall be provided, however, in no case shall other structures restrict emergency access or create above deck structures that may be used as diving platforms or create other safety or sanitary hazards.
B. Swimming pools and spas listed under permitted uses in any district shall comply with the yard and other standards of the district in which located.
C. Every residential outdoor swimming pool and spa shall comply with the requirements of the Residential Code, Chapter 18.10.
D. Every public swimming pool and spa shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 9.48 of this Code.
(Ord. 16653 § 2 (part), 2007)
Source: City of El Paso, City Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/tx/el_paso/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT20ZO_CH20.10SUUSRE_20.10.640SWPOSPFetched: 10/28/2026