Swimming Pools

For additional information, view the Residential Swimming Pool Guidelines (PDF)..

The following permits are required for swimming pools:

• Building permit(s) for pool and barrier. The pool and barrier will be permitted separately. If you have an existing fence that you believe meets the barrier requirements, contact our office at (757) 890-3522 for a courtesy inspection on your existing fence.
• Electrical permit

Application Submission Requirements

• Building Permit Application (PDF)
• Plot plan showing setbacks from existing and proposed improvements. Acceptable plot plans contain the following:
  • Entire property, showing all property line dimensions.
  • Existing dwelling, any other existing structures and the proposed swimming pool location (clearly indicate all proposed structure dimensions). For proposed accessory structures, indicate the overall height.
  • Setbacks from the closest point of the proposed pool to property lines in each direction. Label the measurements from each property line to the closest point on the structure. Be as exact as possible and clearly label the road name.
  • All buffers, easements or floodplains located on your property (no structure may be located in these areas).
• Construction plans (two or more copies) - We'll return one copy to you with the issued permit.
• Flood Elevation Certificate, if pool equipment is located within the floodplain.
• Plan review fee of $90.

Construction Plan Requirements

Construction plans require two or more copies that include:

• A plat showing the location of the new structure to existing property lines
• Plans showing the size, shape and construction of the pool

In ground pools are required to be sealed by a Virginia registered design professional such as an Engineer or Architect.