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Swimming Pools & Spas in Camarillo, CA (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Pool Permits

Above-ground pools deeper than 18 inches in Camarillo are regulated as swimming pools under the California Pool Safety Act (HSC 115920-115929) and CRC Appendix AX. A 60-inch barrier with self-closing/self-latching gates plus at least two of seven safety features are required. Building permit is required from Camarillo Community Development.

Above-Ground Pool Barrier & Permit Rules

Some Restrictions

CA Health & Safety Code 115922-115923 (Swimming Pool Safety Act)

(a) Except as provided in Section 115925, subject to subdivision (b), and consistent with Section 1596.814, when a building permit is issued for the construction of a new swimming pool or spa or the remodeling of an existing swimming pool or spa at a private single-family home, the respective swimming pool or spa shall be equipped with at least two of the following seven drowning prevention saf...

Fencing & Safety Requirements

California Building Code Section 3109 and California HSC 115921-115929, adopted by Camarillo through CMC Title 16, require all residential pools and spas to be enclosed by a barrier at least 60 inches high with self-closing, self-latching gates. At least one additional safety feature is also required.

Camarillo Pool Fencing Requirements

Some Restrictions

Cal. Health & Safety Code §§ 115920–115929 (Swimming Pool Safety Act)

(SB 552) Effective January 1, 2025.) 115922. (a) Except as provided in Section 115925, subject to subdivision (b), and consistent with Section 1596.814, when a building permit is issued for the construction of a new swimming pool or spa or the remodeling of an existing swimming pool or spa at a private single-family home, the respective swimming pool or spa shall be equipped with at least two o...

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Swimming Pools & Spas in Ventura County