5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Cobb County, Georgia.
Verified from official government sources
Cobb County requires a building permit from Community Development (770-528-2035) for all in-ground pools and above-ground pools over 24 inches deep. Georgia IRC standards apply. Plan review, multiple inspections, and 4-foot barrier required.
Cobb County follows 2024 ISPSC (eff. 1/1/2026) — pool barriers minimum 4 feet high; self-closing/self-latching gates; openings ≤4 inches; latch ≥54 inches from ground. Permit required; licensed contractor required.
Cobb County (eff. Jan 1, 2026) — all pool construction requires valid Cobb County permit. Licensed contractor (GA GC License or PHTA CBP) required. Anti-entrapment (VGBA) drain covers required. 2024 ISPSC governs.
Above-ground pools in Cobb County subject to same 2024 ISPSC barrier requirements as in-ground pools. Building permit required. Pool wall may serve as barrier if ≥4 ft with secured ladder gate.
Cobb County requires electrical permits for hot tub and spa installations. GFCI protection mandatory on 240V circuits. Barrier rules apply unless ASTM F1346 locking safety cover installed.
4 cities in Cobb County have their own swimming pools & spas rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
3 verified rules • Above-Ground Pools, Fencing Requirements
3 verified rules • Above-Ground Pools, Fencing Requirements
3 verified rules • Above-Ground Pools, Fencing Requirements
3 verified rules • Above-Ground Pools, Fencing Requirements
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