pool no water safety hazard?

[J Grant]

Since it was not a value issue I changed it per UW. Maybe they will want it changed back tomorrow...

 

[Phlyguy]

Both Fannie Mae and FHA require safety covers or similar measures on pools on their REOs. Things that make you go, hmmm...

I called the FHA hotline asking this questions years ago and yes the empty pool needs a cover. When I asked does a tarp constitute a cover I got silence....

 

[Tim The Enchanter]

Since it was not a value issue I changed it per UW. Maybe they will want it changed back tomorrow...

Let them have it their way on the subject to sounds good to me. Maybe you'll get a re inspect fee later when it's full. :icon_mrgreen:

An empty pool is a fall and break yer azz hazard. A full pool not so much as long as you can swim. I believe drowning in a pool is one of the leading causes of death for children. Everyone should know how to swim at least good enough to not drown in still water.

 

[Surf Cat]

portal.HUD.gov/hudportal/documents/huddoc?id=aprval.pdf

13 NEW FAQ How should an empty or non-functioning in-ground swimming pool be
treated? Does a swimming pool require perimeter fencing?

An empty swimming pool can pose a health and safety risk. At minimum,
swimming pools must comply with all local ordinances (perimeter fencing,
covers, etc.) and, if empty or non-functioning, the pool must be secured by a
cover that would be sufficiently sturdy to prevent a person from falling in the
pool or through the cover. Non-functioning pools (and related equipment)
which are not covered must be repaired. Swimming pools whose sides are
unstable must be repaired or removed and the surrounding land re-graded.
If adverse weather conditions prevent completion of required repairs, the
lender should follow the guidance provided in Chapter 4, Section 4.6.d in
Handbook 4155.2, Escrow of Funds for Completion of Construction.

 

[ctapraser]

Let them have it their way on the subject to sounds good to me. Maybe you'll get a re inspect fee later when it's full. :icon_mrgreen:

An empty pool is a fall and break yer azz hazard. A full pool not so much as long as you can swim. I believe drowning in a pool is one of the leading causes of death for children. Everyone should know how to swim at least good enough to not drown in still water.

My bold,

Agreed, empty pool is a hazard. What would you do if there was a 18' x 30' 8' deep pit in the backyard?

 

[J Grant]

I guess the safest thing is not to have one lol.

Turns out the cheap above ground ones are safer...pretty hard to fall in one of those sticking 4 feet up off the ground!

 

[ctapraser]

I guess the safest thing is not to have one lol.

Turns out the cheap above ground ones are safer...pretty hard to fall in one of those sticking 4 feet up off the ground!

Growing up, every two years we lost our above ground pool to moles. Always fun to see the mole tunnels fill with water and shoot out 3-4 holes in the backyard.woohoo

 

[TxArmadillo]

Just require a safety cover. Winter is coming anyway.

May not be applicable. In Florida and south Texas (and many other locations), outdoor pools can be heated and used year-round. I know many pool owners who do not use or even own pool covers.

January temps can be in the 70s here.

 

[EasyPeasy]

I had a similar issue a month ago. FHA/HUD requires that the pool not only be filled but that the pump be working. They consider it a health and safety issue.

 

[Meandering]

May not be applicable. In Florida and south Texas (and many other locations), outdoor pools can be heated and used year-round. I know many pool owners who do not use or even own pool covers.

January temps can be in the 70s here.

January temps here can be -10.

But August temps can be in the 60's. So our heated pools, are heated for summer use.



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