5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Arapahoe County, Colorado.
Verified from official government sources
Arapahoe County Building Division requires permits for all in-ground and above-ground pools deeper than 24 inches. Plan review covers the 2021 IRC, IBC, ISPSC barrier requirements, electrical GFCI, and drainage. Altitude and freeze-depth considerations affect Colorado pool construction.
Swimming pools in unincorporated Arapahoe County must comply with the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) barrier requirements. Fencing must be at least 60 inches high with self-closing, self-latching gates and latches at least 54 inches high.
Swimming pools in unincorporated Arapahoe County must pass multiple inspections including structure, circulation, drains, electrical bonding, backflow prevention, and gas piping. Building permits are required for all pool construction.
Above-ground pools in unincorporated Arapahoe County are subject to the same ISPSC barrier requirements as in-ground pools. Building permits may be required depending on size and permanence. Pool walls alone may not satisfy barrier requirements.
Arapahoe County Building Division requires an electrical permit for hot tub 240V installation. Hot tubs over 24 inches deep require a barrier per 2018 IRC Appendix G unless covered by an ASTM F1346 locking safety cover. Setbacks from property lines apply.
4 cities in Arapahoe County have their own swimming pools & spas rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
5 verified rules • Above-Ground Pools, Fencing Requirements
3 verified rules • Above-Ground Pools, Fencing Requirements
4 verified rules • Above-Ground Pools, Fencing Requirements
3 verified rules • Above-Ground Pools, Fencing Requirements
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