There are some rules to follow if you have a pool in your backyard.
The City of Dauphin want’s to remind people that pools larger than a kiddie pool must follow specific guidelines.
Sharla Griffiths, the Deputy City Manager, encourages everyone thinking about getting an outdoor pool to find out the municipal rules before they buy anything.
“Pools that are larger than, let’s say, a blow-up kiddie-sized pool, people should, even before purchasing them, contact the building inspector to get the rules about them for safety reasons.”
Griffiths gives an example of what some of the rules are.
“Pools usually deeper than about 24 inches should be enclosed in a fence in the backyard and there are several rules about that.”
If you want to know the bylaws around a potential pool you can call Dauphin’s building inspector at 622-3219 or email him at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
