(1) All deck surfaces must be impervious, slip resistant, and easily cleanable and must entirely surround any swimming pool, or other water feature. Spa decks must be impervious, slip resistant, and easily cleanable and must extend around at least 50 percent of the spa perimeter.

(2) The use of wood deck material around a swimming pool or spa is prohibited.

(3) The use of deck carpet is not permitted within six feet of the pool, spa, or other water feature.

(4) If deck carpet is used six feet or more away from the pool, spa, or other water feature, it must be clean, dry, and maintained in good repair and the deck must slope away from the carpet.