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Swimming Pools & Spas in Arcadia, CA (2026)

2 verified swimming pools & spas rules for Arcadia, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Pool Permits

In the City of Arcadia, California, every applicant to install, alter or repair a swimming pool, spa or hot tub applies in writing on the City form, and one fee covers the plumbing and electrical systems. Starting pool work without a permit doubles the fee set by City Council resolution, except for demonstrated emergency work. Pool demolition needs its own permit.

Swimming Pool Permits in Arcadia, California

Some Restrictions

Arcadia Municipal Code § 8530.2

3109.2.1. Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Permit Fees. Every applicant for a permit to install, alter, or repair a swimming pool, spa, hot tub or part thereof, shall state in writing on the application form provided for that purpose, the character of work proposed to be done and the amount and kind in connection therewith, together with such information pertinent thereto as may be required. ... ...

Fencing & Safety Requirements

In the City of Arcadia, California, a pool, spa or hot tub must be surrounded by a safety barrier at least sixty (60) inches high, with no more than two (2) inches of clearance under it and openings that stop a four-inch sphere. Pedestrian gates open outward and are self-closing and self-latching, with the latch release at least 60 inches above grade.

Pool Fence and Gate Rules in Arcadia, California

Some Restrictions

Arcadia Municipal Code § 8530.4

3109.3.1. The top of the barrier shall be at least sixty (60) inches above finished grade, as measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool, spa or hot tub. The maximum vertical clearance between finish grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be two (2) inches, as measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool, spa, or hot tub. ... 3109...

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