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Swimming Pools & Spas in Waukesha, WI (2026)

3 verified swimming pools & spas rules for Waukesha, Wisconsin, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Pool Permits

Waukesha requires building permits for pools, spas, and hot tubs. WI Uniform Dwelling Code governs. Inspections required.

Waukesha Swimming Pool Permits

Some Restrictions

Fencing Requirements

Waukesha requires pool barriers to prevent unsupervised child access. Minimum 48-inch height. Self-closing, self-latching gates. WI Stat. §145.17.

Waukesha Pool Fencing Requirements

Heavy Restrictions

Safety Rules

Waukesha enforces pool safety requirements including anti-entrapment drain covers (VGB Act), barriers, and depth markers. WI Stat. §145.17 governs.

Waukesha Pool Safety Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Waukesha County county-wide rules?

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

Swimming Pools & Spas in Waukesha County