Swimming Pools & Spas in Lubbock, TX (2026)
2 verified swimming pools & spas rules for Lubbock, Texas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Pool Permits
Lubbock requires permits for above-ground pools over 24 inches deep or 5000 gallons. Pool walls 48+ inches above grade can serve as the barrier if ladders are secured.
Swimming Pools: Above Ground Pools
Light RestrictionsTex. Health & Safety Code Secs. 757.001(8), 757.003
Sec. 757.001. DEFINITIONS. ... (8) "Pool" means a permanent swimming pool, permanent wading or reflection pool, or permanent hot tub or spa over 18 inches deep, located at ground level, above ground, below ground, or indoors. ... Sec. 757.003(b) The height of the pool yard enclosure must be at least 48 inches as measured from the ground on the side away from the pool. (i) Permanent equipment or...
Fencing & Safety Requirements
Lubbock pools need a 48-inch barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates opening outward. Latch release must be at least 54 inches above grade per IRC Appendix G.
Swimming Pools: Fencing Requirements
Light RestrictionsTex. Health & Safety Code Sec. 757.004
Sec. 757.004. GATES. (a) Except as otherwise provided by Section 757.005, a gate in a fence or wall enclosing a pool yard as required by Section 757.003 must: (1) have a self-closing and self-latching device; (2) have hardware enabling it to be locked, at the option of whoever controls the gate, by a padlock or a built-in lock operated by key, card, or combination; and (3) open outward away fro...
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