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Colorado Pool Emergency Phone Law

Yes — Colorado requires a telephone within 20 feet of the pool, capable of dialing emergency services (ISPSC 2021 §412.2).

Citation: ISPSC 2021 §412.2

The Requirement

Colorado has adopted ISPSC 2021 §412.2, requiring a telephone within 20 feet of the pool that is capable of dialing emergency services.

Citation: ISPSC 2021 §412.2

What This Means for Your Property

The 20-foot radius is measured from the pool's edge, so plan phone placement early when designing or retrofitting a pool deck. A weatherproof, direct-dial cellular unit mounted on a nearby wall or post is a common way to meet this distance requirement.

Copper Landline Retirement Status in Colorado

Carriers across the U.S. are retiring traditional copper landlines. If your pool emergency phone still relies on a copper line in Colorado, that service can go dark without warning — which is why many properties are switching to cellular emergency phones.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Colorado requires a telephone within 20 feet of the pool, capable of dialing emergency services (ISPSC 2021 §412.2).
In most cases, yes. Colorado's pool phone requirement generally applies to any public or semi-public pool, which typically includes HOA, condo, and apartment community pools, not just commercial facilities. Confirm with your local health department if you're unsure how your specific pool is classified.
Generally yes — most states, including Colorado, don't require a traditional landline specifically. A dedicated cellular emergency phone that reliably dials emergency services without extra steps is typically an acceptable way to meet the requirement, particularly for pools that don't already have phone lines run to the deck.
Enforcement is usually handled by the state or local health department (or a building/safety code office) as part of routine pool inspections and licensing, sometimes with extra rules added at the county level. If you're unsure which office covers your property, your local health department is the best place to start.

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Need Help With Compliance in Colorado?

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