Swimming Pools & Spas in Hennepin County, MN (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Hennepin County, Minnesota.

Verified from official government sources

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

Pool Permits

Before building or remodeling a public pool in Hennepin County, plans go to the state Pool Engineer first: the ordinance covers public pools, not private backyard pools.

Hennepin County Public Pool Plan Review

Some Restrictions

Hennepin County Public Swimming Pool Ordinance (Ordinance 4) § VII

All persons who construct or remodel a public swimming pool must first submit their plans and specifications to the Pool Engineer at the Office of the Minnesota Department of Health. If the Minnesota Department of Health does not require a plan review, its owner shall submit the plans to the Office of the Health Authority. The statutory or home rule charter city shall not issue a building permi...

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Fencing & Safety Requirements

Hennepin County adopts state pool safety law, including the Abigail Taylor Pool Safety Act, and requires a county license to operate any public swimming pool.

Hennepin County Public Pool Safety Code

Some Restrictions

Hennepin County Public Swimming Pool Ordinance (Ordinance 4) § I

Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 145A.01 - 145A.11, 144.1222 (Abigail Taylor Pool Safety Act), 375.51 - 375.55 and Minnesota 4717.0150 – 4717.3970, except 4717.0450 relating to public swimming pools, including all subsequent amendments thereto, are adopted by Hennepin County by reference. Reference 4717.0150 –4717.3970, except 4717.0450 to Board or Board of Health shall be to the Hennepin County ...

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Swimming Pools & Spas by City in Hennepin County

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

MinneapolisPop. 429,954

2 verified rules • Fencing & Safety Requirements, Pool Permits

BloomingtonPop. 89,987

1 verified rule • Fencing & Safety Requirements

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