Safety Rules: Acworth vs Marietta
How do safety rules rules compare between Acworth, GA and Marietta, GA?
Acworth and Marietta have similar restriction levels.
Acworth, GA
Cobb County
Acworth requires a swimming pool permit before construction. Follows 2018 construction codes adopted by Georgia DCA. Anti-entrapment drain covers (VGBA) required. 6-month permit extensions available for due cause.
View full Acworth rules →Marietta, GA
Cobb County
Marietta requires building permits for all new pools. Pools must comply with IRC/International Swimming Pool and Spa Code. Drain anti-entrapment covers required. Electrical bonding required.
View full Marietta rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Acworth | Marietta |
|---|---|---|
| Permit Required | Yes — Development Dept: 770-974-2032 | Yes — building permit from Development Services |
| Construction Codes | 2018 codes adopted by Georgia DCA | - |
| Anti-Entrapment | VGBA drain covers required | - |
| Extension | 6-month extension available on written request | - |
| Drain Safety | - | Anti-entrapment covers required (federal VGBA) |
| Electrical | - | Bonding and grounding required |
| Application | - | SagesGov online portal |
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Acworth FAQ
What pool safety equipment is required in Acworth?
Acworth requires a swimming pool permit before construction. Follows 2018 construction codes adopted by Georgia DCA. Anti-entrapment drain covers (VGBA) required. 6-month permit extensions available for due cause.
Do I need a permit for my swimming pool in Acworth?
Permit Required: Yes — Development Dept: 770-974-2032. Construction Codes: 2018 codes adopted by Georgia DCA. Anti-Entrapment: VGBA drain covers required. Extension: 6-month extension available on written request.
Marietta FAQ
What pool safety equipment is required in Marietta?
Marietta requires building permits for all new pools. Pools must comply with IRC/International Swimming Pool and Spa Code. Drain anti-entrapment covers required. Electrical bonding required.
Do I need a permit for my swimming pool in Marietta?
Permit Required: Yes — building permit from Development Services. Drain Safety: Anti-entrapment covers required (federal VGBA). Electrical: Bonding and grounding required. Application: SagesGov online portal.
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