Swimming Pools & Spas in Elko County, NV (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Elko County, Nevada.
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Pool Permits
Unincorporated Elko County, Nevada adopts the 2018 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Code under Elko County Code § 3-1-1(G). Pool, spa and hot tub permit fees are set by a system fee schedule adopted by resolution of the Elko County commission.
Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Permits in Unincorporated Elko County, Nevada
Some RestrictionsElko County Code §§ 3-1-1(G), 3-1-5(G)
(G) The 2018 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Code, as recommended by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, hereinafter referred to as the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Code. ... (G) Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Permit Fees: All editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code, present and future, are hereby amended and modified as follows: Table 104.5 - Sw...
Fencing & Safety Requirements
In unincorporated Elko County, Nevada, every swimming pool must be enclosed by a fence, hedge or wall, subject to Planning Commission approval, under Elko County Code § 4-8-6(B). The pool cannot be in a required front yard or nearer than three feet to any fence or building wall.
Elko County Swimming Pool Enclosure and Setback Rules
Some RestrictionsElko County Code § 4-8-6
(B) Swimming Pools: A swimming pool is a permitted accessory use in any district; provided, however, that no swimming pool shall be located in a required front yard or be nearer than three feet (3') to any fence or building wall. All swimming pools shall be enclosed in order to prevent a public nuisance by a fence, hedge or wall, subject to the approval of the Planning Commission.
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