Swimming Pools & Spas in Broward County, FL (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 6 cities in Broward County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Broward County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Pool Permits

Residential pool construction in Broward County requires a building permit, barrier inspection, and compliance with the Florida Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act (FL 515.27) which mandates at least one approved safety feature.

Broward County Swimming Pool Permit Requirements

Heavy Restrictions

Fla. Stat. § 515.27

F.S. 515.27 Residential swimming pool safety feature options; penalties. — (1) In order to pass final inspection and receive a certificate of completion, a residential swimming pool must meet at least one of the following requirements relating to pool safety features: (a) The pool must be isolated from access to a home by an enclosure that meets the pool barrier requirements of s. 515.29; (b) T...

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Fencing & Safety Requirements

Hot tubs and spas in Broward County require electrical permits and must comply with barrier requirements of FL 515.27 unless equipped with a locked, rigid safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 standards.

Broward County Hot Tub and Spa Rules

Some Restrictions

Fla. Stat. § 515.27

F.S. 515.27 Residential swimming pool safety feature options; penalties. — (1) In order to pass final inspection and receive a certificate of completion, a residential swimming pool must meet at least one of the following requirements relating to pool safety features: (a) The pool must be isolated from access to a home by an enclosure that meets the pool barrier requirements of s. 515.29; (b) T...

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