Swimming Pools & Spas in DuPage County, IL (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in DuPage County, Illinois.

Verified from official government sources

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

Pool Permits

In unincorporated DuPage County, residential swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs require a Building Permit under DuPage County Building Code Chapter 8, Article XIII, which adopts the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) 2021. Public pools (hotels, clubs, condos, schools, water parks) are separately permitted and inspected by the DuPage County Health Department under the Illinois Swimming Facility Act (210 ILCS 125) and 77 Ill. Adm. Code Part 820.

DuPage County Pool Permits (Ch. 8, Art. XIII; 210 ILCS 125)

Heavy Restrictions

DuPage County Building Code - Swimming Pool Permits

A permit is required when installing a pool, spa or hot tub if: It is twenty four inches (24") deep or greater; surface area of 250 square feet or larger; or equipped with a water recirculating system. The regulations apply to unincorporated areas of DuPage County and are based on the 2020 National Electrical Code Article 680.

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Swimming Pools & Spas by City in DuPage County

1 cities in DuPage County have their own swimming pools & spas rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

NapervillePop. 149,540

2 verified rules • Fencing & Safety Requirements, Pool Permits

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