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Swimming Pools & Spas in Pomona, CA (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Pool Permits

Swimming pool construction in Pomona requires a building permit from Building and Safety. Plans must comply with 2022 California Building Codes. Inspections are required at multiple stages of construction.

Pomona Swimming Pool Permit Requirements

Some Restrictions

California Health and Safety Code § 115922 (Swimming Pool Safety Act — drowning prevention safety features required for new pools)

le 2.5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 925, Sec. 3.5. ) 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 a...

Fencing Requirements

Per CA Swimming Pool Safety Act (H&S Code 115920-115929), pools require 60-inch barriers with self-closing/self-latching gates. At least one additional safety feature required: pool cover, alarm, or self-closing doors.

Pomona Pool Fencing & Barrier Requirements

Heavy Restrictions

California Health and Safety Code § 115922 (Swimming Pool Safety Act — pool barrier requirements)

769, Sec. 3. (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 a...

Safety Rules

Pomona pools must comply with CA Swimming Pool Safety Act and Virginia Graeme Baker Act for drain covers. Two compliant barriers must be installed, inspected, and approved before filling.

Pomona Pool Safety & Drowning Prevention Rules

Heavy Restrictions

California Health and Safety Code § 115922 (Swimming Pool Safety Act — drowning prevention safety features required for new pools)

le 2.5 added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 925, Sec. 3.5. ) 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 a...

Above-Ground Pools

Above-ground pools in Pomona must meet the same CA Building Code barrier and safety requirements as in-ground pools. A building permit is required for permanent installations.

Pomona Above-Ground Pool Rules

Some Restrictions

Hot Tub Rules

Hot tubs and spas in Pomona must comply with CA Building Code barrier requirements. Covers may serve as one of the required safety features. Electrical work requires a separate permit.

Pomona Hot Tub & Spa Regulations

Some Restrictions

California Health and Safety Code § 115921 (Swimming Pool Safety Act — definitions include hot tubs, spas, portable spas, and nonportable wading pools)

6, Ch. 925, Sec. 3.5. Effective January 1, 1997.) 115921. As used in this article, the following terms have the following meanings: (a) “Swimming pool” or “pool” means any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that contains water over 18 inches deep. “Swimming pool” includes in-ground and aboveground structures and includes, but is not limited to, hot tubs, spas, portable spas...

Looking for Los Angeles County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Pomona city rules.

Swimming Pools & Spas in Los Angeles County