Swimming Pools & Spas in Hinds County, MS (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Hinds County, Mississippi.
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Pool Permits
Building a swimming pool in unincorporated Hinds County requires a structure permit from the Permit Department under Section 401 of the Zoning Ordinance. In the R-1A, R-1B and R-1C residential districts, Section 610.05 requires pools to sit behind the front building line, keep the rim at least 10 feet from every property line or recorded easement, and sit behind a fence at least four feet high with a self-latching gate.
Hinds County Pool Permit and Setback Rule
Some RestrictionsHinds County Zoning Ordinance § 610.05
Swimming pools, if constructed, shall be located behind the front line of the house, and there shall be a minimum of 10 feet between all property lines or recorded easements and the rim of the swimming pool. All swimming pools shall be enclosed by a structure or fencing. Fences shall be at least four (4) feet in height and shall have a self-latching gate.
Fencing & Safety Requirements
Build a swimming pool on a low-density residential lot in unincorporated Hinds County and it has to sit behind the front line of the house, stay 10 feet from every property line, and be enclosed by a fence at least 4 feet high with a self-latching gate, under Zoning Ordinance § 630.05.
Hinds County Pool Fence Height Rule
Some RestrictionsHinds County Zoning Ordinance § 630.05
Swimming pools, if constructed, shall be located behind the front line of the house, and there shall be a minimum of 10 feet between all property lines or recorded easements and the rim of the swimming pool. All swimming pools shall be enclosed by a structure or fencing. Fences shall be at least four (4) feet in height and shall have a self-latching gate.
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