5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in DeKalb County, Georgia.
Verified from official government sources
DeKalb County requires a building permit from Planning & Sustainability for all in-ground pools and above-ground pools over 24 inches deep. Plan review, electrical, and barrier inspections required.
DeKalb County requires a minimum 5-foot pool barrier (more restrictive than the state's 4-foot minimum). All residential pools deeper than 24 inches must be fully enclosed. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching. Building permit required from DeKalb County Building Inspection (404-371-3026).
Pool safety in unincorporated DeKalb County follows Georgia Residential Code (IRC) and National Electrical Code. VGB-compliant drain covers required. All electrical work must be permitted. Pools must be maintained to prevent mosquito breeding per DeKalb County health codes.
Above-ground pools deeper than 24 inches in DeKalb County must meet the same 5-foot pool barrier requirement as in-ground pools. Pool walls of 5+ feet may serve as the barrier if ladders are secured or removed when not in use. Building permits required.
DeKalb County requires electrical permit for hot tub 240V installation. Barrier requirements apply unless tub has locking safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 standards. Setback from property lines per zoning code.
4 cities in DeKalb 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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