Swimming Pools & Spas in Monterey County, CA (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Monterey County, California.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Monterey County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Pool Permits
Building a swimming pool, spa or hot tub in unincorporated Monterey County requires a building permit from the Housing and Community Development Department. Work must meet the adopted California Building Standards Code and Monterey County Code Chapter 18.22, which governs unincorporated swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.
Monterey County Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Building Permits
Some RestrictionsMonterey County Code Ch. 18.22
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to the construction, installation, alteration, repair, replacement, addition to, use, occupancy and maintenance of all swimming pools, spas and hot tubs in the unincorporated area of the County of Monterey.
Swimming Pools & Spas by City in Monterey County
1 cities in Monterey County have their own swimming pools & spas rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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