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Swimming Pools & Spas in Richland, WA (2026)

1 verified swimming pools & spas rules for Richland, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Fencing & Safety Requirements

Richland requires swimming pools to meet the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, adopted through the International Residential and Building Codes under RMC § 21.01.010(E), which sets the barrier, gate, and enclosure standards enforced at building permit review. Violating any adopted building code provision, including pool barrier requirements, is a civil infraction carrying at least a $250.00 fine under RMC § 21.01.050.

Richland Pool Barrier Code Adoption

Some Restrictions

Richland Municipal Code § 21.01.010(E)

§ 21.01.010. Adoption of building codes. All building and building-related codes as currently adopted, or as shall be adopted in future enactments by the state of Washington pursuant to RCW 19.27.031, together with all amendments as currently enacted, or as shall be enacted by the state of Washington, are hereby adopted as, and are herein referred to as, the building codes for the city of Richl...

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Swimming Pools & Spas in Benton County