Swimming Pools & Spas in Berkeley County, SC (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Berkeley County, South Carolina.
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Pool Permits
Berkeley County requires a building permit for any in-ground pool and for aboveground pools four feet or taller under Sec. 11-90 of the county code. Residential permits cost a flat $50.00 with a plot plan showing setbacks; commercial pools need a DHEC approval letter and cost-based fees plus civil drainage plans.
Berkeley County Swimming Pool Permit Rules
Some RestrictionsBerkeley County Code of Ordinances § 11-90
Residential. A permit is required for aboveground swimming pools where the height of the pool is four feet or greater and all in-ground pools. The permit fees for both pool permits will be $50.00. A plot plan will be required at the time of submission for plans review, indicating all set backs are met. Commercial. An approval letter from DHEC is required when submitting for a commercial pool pe...
Fencing & Safety Requirements
Berkeley County will not sign off a swimming pool's final inspection until its safety barrier meets the International Building Code, per Sec. 11-90 of the county code. The rule applies to both residential and commercial pools permitted under the same section, tying barrier compliance directly to the inspection that allows the pool to be used.
Berkeley County Pool Barrier Inspection Rule
Some RestrictionsBerkeley County Code of Ordinances § 11-90
[Final inspections.] Final inspections for residential and commercial pools shall require all barrier requirements to be met per the International Building Code prior to calling for an inspection.
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