Swimming Pools & Spas in Olmsted County, MN (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Olmsted County, Minnesota.
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Pool Permits
In the townships Olmsted County zones directly, a private swimming pool is an accessory use allowed in any residential district, but Section 10.23 attaches conditions and Section 3.06 requires a Zoning Certificate from the Zoning Administrator before it goes in the ground, confirming the pool meets the ordinance's distance and fencing standards.
Residential Pool Permit Rules in Olmsted County
Some RestrictionsOlmsted County Code of Ordinances, Ch. 1400 §§ 10.23, 3.06
Swimming pools shall be allowed in any Residential Zoning District as an accessory use and subject to the following conditions and requirements... It shall be unlawful to use, occupy or permit the use or occupancy of any building or premises or part thereof, hereafter, created, erected, changed, converted, altered, or enlarged in its use or structure until a zoning certificate shall have been i...
Fencing & Safety Requirements
A below-grade pool in the townships Olmsted County zones directly must be enclosed by a fence at least 5 feet high that keeps children out, with narrow gaps on wooden fencing, or protected by a mechanically controlled cover instead. Gates need an automatic closing and latching device, and above-grade pools need a retractable ladder or the same fence.
Pool Fencing and Gate Rules in Olmsted County
Some RestrictionsOlmsted County Code of Ordinances, Ch. 1400 § 10.23(C)(1)-(2)
1. For a below grade swimming pool, the pool or the property upon which said pool is located, shall be enclosed by a fence of a type which effectively controls the entrance by children to the pool area, said fence to be at least five (5) feet in height. Wooden fences with boards placed vertically shall not have any opening wider than four (4) inches per opening and wooden fences with boards pla...
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