Pools

Will need a building permit?

If your pool is capable of containing water to a depth at any point greater than 24, you will need a building permit. Depending on what type of pool you have, you may also be required to submit an electrical permit. If you're not sure, please feel free to call our department. (262-524-3530)

Section 22.05 (182) Definitions - Swimming Pool. a receptacle for water, or an artificial pool of water, which has at any point a depth of more than two feet, whether above or below the ground, used or intended to be used by the owner thereof, or invitees, for swimming, and includes all structures, appurtenances, equipment, appliances, and other facilities appurtenant thereto.

There are several points to keep in mind while planning your pool installation.  Having this information beforehand will help you determine the best location for your pool.

You will need to apply for a building permit and/or an electrical permit.  Along with the completed permit application(s) you will need two copies of a survey which shows the location of your pool in relation to property lines and all buildings on the property, also show on the survey the fencing that will secure the pool.

You must have the pool enclosed by a fence no less than 4' in height and a minimum of 4' from the inside pool wall.

You may not do your own electrical wiring of the receptacles required by code.  A licensed electrical contractor must do all wiring.

The pool must be located a minimum of 10 feet from a property line and 20' from a property line to the pool pump.

While it is not a code requirement, it is recommended the pool be located no closer than 5' to any building.  The purpose for this recommendation is to prevent people from jumping into the pool from the roof of the building.

11.38 Locks for Swimming Pool Gates

All swimming pools equipped with gates as required by Sec. 22.58(2)(h)1 of this Code

shall have a combination lock or key lock on each gate which shall be locked when no

owner or invitee is present within the wall or fence-enclosed area of the pool.

For more detailed information, click here: Pools - Code

To view or download a building permit, click here: Building Permit or Electrical Permit

To go to the Swimming Pool section of the Codebook, click here: Codebook

For a sample plan for Pools, click here. Poll Illustration