Swimming Pools & Spas in Iron County, UT (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Iron County, Utah.
Verified from official government sources
Pool Permits
Iron County requires a building permit before any residential swimming pool goes in the ground because Chapter 15.04 treats a pool as a structure like any other. The building inspector reviews the application before construction starts, and an in-ground pool built into a required yard must sit at least fifteen feet from every property line under the zoning ordinance.
Residential Pool Permit in Iron County
Some RestrictionsIron County Code §§ 1.08.010(A), 1.08.010(C), 15.04.010, 17.36.020(G)(2)
A.Any person violating any of the provisions or failing to comply with any of the mandatory requirements of the ordinances of the county shall be guilty of an infraction unless the violation is made a misdemeanor by ordinance. ... C.Any person convicted of an infraction for violation of an ordinance of the county is punishable by a penalty of a fine of not more than seven hundred fifty dollars....
Fencing & Safety Requirements
Every swimming pool and pool area in unincorporated Iron County must be completely enclosed by a fence or wall at least 6 feet tall under Iron County Code § 17.36.160. Openings in the barrier cannot exceed 36 square inches, and gates must have self-closing and self-latching hardware.
Iron County Swimming Pool Fence Requirements
Some RestrictionsIron County Code § 17.36.160
All swimming pools and pools areas shall be completely surrounded by a fence or wall having a height of at least six feet. No openings larger than thirty-six square inches, except for gates which shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices, shall be provided.
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