5 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Marion County, Indiana.
Verified from official government sources
Indianapolis requires building permits for all in-ground pools and above-ground pools over 24 inches deep. DBNS issues permits; inspections required under 675 IAC 14.
Marion County enforces the Indiana Residential Code pool barrier standard: 48-inch minimum barrier, self-closing/self-latching gates, latch 54 inches high, 4-inch ground gap max.
Indianapolis pools must comply with the federal VGB Act (anti-entrapment drain covers), GFCI electrical protection, and Indiana winterization practices. DBNS final inspection required.
Above-ground pools in Marion County deeper than 24 inches require a building permit under the Indiana Residential Code. Barrier requirements apply. Walls 48+ inches may serve as barrier if access ladders are removable.
Hot tubs and spas in Marion County require an electrical permit for 240V circuit installation. Safety covers conforming to ASTM F1346 may satisfy barrier requirements per IRC Appendix G. GFCI protection is mandatory.
1 cities in Marion County have their own swimming pools & spas rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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