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Swimming Pools & Spas in Sedgwick County, KS (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Sedgwick County, Kansas.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Sedgwick County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Pool Permits

Above-ground pools that hold water deeper than 24 inches need a MABCD permit and a compliant barrier under the adopted 2018 IRC. At a licensed day-care home, an above-ground pool must have sides at least five feet high or a five-foot fence.

Above-Ground Pool Rules in Sedgwick County, Kansas

Some Restrictions

K.A.R. 28-4-594

Each aboveground swimming pool shall have sides at least five feet high or shall be enclosed by a five-foot fence.

Fencing & Safety Requirements

Public and lodging-related pools must be kept sanitary and in good repair under Kansas K.A.R. 4-27-16. Residential pools follow the county's adopted 2018 IRC barrier rules. Licensed child-care pools require CPR/first-aid-certified supervision under K.A.R. 28-4-594.

Pool Safety Rules in Sedgwick County, Kansas

Some Restrictions

K.A.R. 4-27-16

Each licensee shall ensure that all swimming pools, recreational water facilities, and hot tubs are kept sanitary and in good repair.

Swimming Pools & Spas by City in Sedgwick County

1 cities in Sedgwick County have their own swimming pools & spas rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

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