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A building permit is required for construction, alteration or enlargement of any residential swimming pool. A pool is any artificial structure, either above or below ground, that is accessory to a residential setting and available only to the household and its guests for swimming, diving, wading, or recreational bathing. An electrical permit is also required when installing a swimming pool.

Swimming pools installed prior to January 1, 1990, must be protected by a fence at least 42” tall or have an automatic swimming pool cover. Swimming pools installed after that date must be protected by an adequate barrier 60” tall. For more information about pool permits, listen to the "Permits, Pools, and Safety" DPS Podcast episode or watch the video

 

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