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Pool Permits: Babylon vs Islip

How do pool permits rules compare between Babylon, NY and Islip, NY?

Islip has fewer restrictions than Babylon.

Babylon, NY

Suffolk County

Heavy Restrictions

Babylon requires building permit for all swimming pools (in-ground and above-ground over 24 inches deep) under Town Code Ch 89 Building Construction and NY State Uniform Code. Electrical permit required for pool equipment.

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Islip, NY

Suffolk County

Some Restrictions

Islip Division of Building requires a building permit for all in-ground and above-ground swimming pools with water depth exceeding 24 inches under Town Code Chapter 30 and the NY Uniform Code. Electrical permits are also required for pool equipment.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBabylonIslip
AuthorityCh 89 + 19 NYCRR 1200-
Setback10 ft side/rear typical10 ft typical side/rear
Septic Setback25 ft-
Fee250-500 dollars-
ElectricalSeparate permitSeparate permit
Permit-Required over 24 inches
Drywell-Required for backwash
Fine-Up to 5,000 no permit

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Babylon FAQ

Who enforces this in Babylon?

Babylon code enforcement at (631) 957-3000 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Babylon?

Babylon code enforcement at (631) 957-3000 handles complaints.

Islip FAQ

Who enforces this in Islip?

Islip code enforcement at (631) 224-5600 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Islip?

Islip code enforcement at (631) 224-5600 handles complaints.

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