To enhance compliance across the 48 contiguous United States, note that the enforceability of liability waivers for recreational activities like private pool rentals varies by state. This waiver is designed for broad applicability but may be limited or void in certain jurisdictions. Below is an expanded summary based on current legal surveys as of September 2025. Hosts and participants should consult local laws or an attorney, as PRNM operates primarily under California law but bookings occur nationwide. Key factors include whether the waiver is clear, unambiguous, and does not violate public policy (e.g., unequal bargaining power or essential services). Waivers generally cannot release gross negligence, willful acts, or statutory violations in any state. Recent changes (post-2020) are noted where applicable. For pool-specific rentals, some states require additional safety disclosures or limit waivers if fees are involved; compliance with pool codes (e.g., barriers, signage) may affect enforceability.

Generally Enforceable for Ordinary Negligence (with Clarity and Fairness Requirements):

• Alabama: Valid if clear; no specific pool statute but follows general contract law. • Arizona: Valid if unambiguous; AZ Rev. Stat. §36-1681 requires pool barriers. • California: Valid except public interest activities (Cal. Civ. Code §1668; Tunkl v. Regents); pool barriers under Cal. Health & Safety Code §116040. • Colorado: Valid if fair (C.R.S. §33-44-101 et seq.; Heil Valley Ranch v. Simkin); pool rentals as recreational. • Delaware: Valid if clear (Del. Code Ann. tit. 6, §2-302; Ketler v. PFPA, LLC). • Florida: Valid if unequivocal (F.S.A. §773 for equine; Brooks v. Paul); premises liability under F.S. §83.43 for hosts. • Georgia: Valid if explicit (O.C.G.A. §13-8-2; Muldovan v. McEachern). • Idaho: Valid for recreational risks (Idaho Code §6-1107; Vaughan v. Gateway Parks, LLC, 2025). • Illinois: Valid if strict construction (Hawkins v. Capital Fitness). • Indiana: Valid if knowing/voluntary (Powell v. American Health Fitness Ctr.). • Iowa: Valid if clear; no specific recreational statute. • Kansas: Valid if unambiguous (Seeley v. Gottlieb). • Kentucky: Valid unless public policy violation (Hargis v. Baize). • Maine: Valid if clear (Lloyd v. Sugarloaf Mountain Corp.). • Massachusetts: Valid for boating (Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 91, §71; Cormier v. Central Mass. Chapter). • Michigan: Valid if fair (Mich. Comp. Laws §445.778 for pools). • Minnesota: Valid if unambiguous (Schlobohm v. Spa Petite, Inc.). • Mississippi: Valid if clear (Turnbough v. Ladner). • Missouri: Valid if explicit (Alack v. Vic Tanny Int’l). • Nebraska: Valid if not adhesion (New Light Co. v. Wells Fargo Alarm Servs.). • Nevada: Valid for equine (Nev. Rev. Stat. §41.430; Hansen v. Universal Health Servs.). • New Hampshire: Valid if clear (Barnes v. N.H. Karting Ass’n). • New Jersey: Valid if unequivocal (Stelluti v. Casapenn Enters.). • New Mexico: Valid if fair (Berlangieri v. Running Elk Corp.). • North Carolina: Valid if explicit (Hall v. Sinclair Ref. Co.). • North Dakota: Valid if plain (N.D. Cent. Code §53-09-01 et seq.). • Ohio: Valid for participants/spectators (Bowen v. Kil-Kare, Inc.). • Oklahoma: Valid if clear (Okla. Stat. tit. 76, §10 et seq.). • Oregon: Valid if unequivocal (Or. Rev. Stat. §30.687 et seq.; 2025 reform failed). • Pennsylvania: Valid but strict (68 Pa. Cons. Stat. §477-1 et seq.). • Rhode Island: Strictly construed (Audley v. Melton). • South Carolina: Valid if unambiguous (McCune v. Myrtle Beach Indoor Shooting Range). • South Dakota: Valid if clear (S.D. Codified Laws §20-13-11 et seq.). • Tennessee: Valid if explicit (Olson v. Molzen). • Texas: Valid if conspicuous (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §75.001 et seq.). • Utah: Valid unless public interest (Utah Code Ann. §78B-4-201 et seq.). • Vermont: Valid if clear (Dalury v. S-K-I, Ltd.). • Washington: Valid if not public policy violation (Scott v. Pacific W. Mountain Resort). • West Virginia: Valid if unambiguous (Murphy v. N. Am. River Runners). • Wisconsin: Valid if specific (Atkins v. Swimwest Family Fitness Ctr.). • Wyoming: Valid if clear (Massengill v. S.M.A.R.T. Sports Med. Clinic).

In these states, waivers must explicitly mention “negligence” or inherent risks, and courts scrutinize for adhesion or unfairness.

Limited or Strictly Construed (Often Disfavored but Possible):

• Arkansas: Strongly disfavored, none upheld for negligence (Jordan v. Diamond Equip. Supply Co.). • Connecticut: Valid only if unmistakable (C.G.S.A. §29-212; Hanks v. Powder Ridge Rest. Corp.).

Unenforceable or Void (Especially for Paid Recreational Facilities):

• Louisiana: Void (Civ. Code art. 2004). • Maryland: Unenforceable for commercial facilities (Md. Code §5-401.2; SB 452/HB 162, effective Oct. 2024). • Montana: Void (MCA §28-2-702). • New York: Void for paid recreation (Gen. Oblig. Law §5-326). • Virginia: Void as against public policy (Hiett v. Lake Barcroft Cmty. Ass’n).

This is not exhaustive; pool rentals may trigger additional requirements under state landlord-tenant or premises liability laws (e.g., duty of care in FL). PRNM recommends verifying state-specific rules, including pool-specific statutes like safety barriers or signage.

DISCLAIMER

This document is intended to provide a general waiver and release of liability. While comprehensive, it is not a substitute for legal advice tailored to your specific jurisdiction. Pool Rental Near Me recommends that Hosts consult with a licensed attorney in their state to ensure compliance with local laws.

COMPLEMENTARY LEGAL DOCUMENTS RECOMMENDATION

To enhance the effectiveness of this waiver, PRNM suggests using the following additional documents (templates available upon request or customizable via legal resources). These can provide layered protection, ensure clarity, and address gaps in waivers alone:

• Pool Rules Addendum: A separate sheet listing specific pool rules (e.g., no diving, no glass, supervision requirements) that guests must acknowledge and sign. This reinforces compliance and can be referenced in the waiver.
• Host Insurance Verification Form: Requires hosts to confirm their own liability insurance (e.g., $1M+ coverage) and disclose policy details, reducing reliance on PRNM’s limited policy.
• Incident Report Form: A template for documenting any accidents or issues during a booking, which can support defenses in claims and track patterns.
• Rental Agreement or Terms of Service: An overarching contract for the booking that incorporates the waiver by reference, includes arbitration clauses for disputes, and outlines cancellation/refund policies.