Swimming Pools & Spas in Will County, IL (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Will County, Illinois.

Verified from official government sources

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

Pool Permits

Unincorporated Will County requires a $175 building permit for any above-ground pool, hot tub or spa capable of holding 24 inches of water, plus a five-foot safety barrier and minimum setbacks from lot lines and septic systems.

Above-Ground Pool Permits in Will County

Some Restrictions

Will County Code § 158.02

3. a. Above ground swimming pool/hot tub/spa or similar $175 b. In-ground swimming pool $300 c. Public swimming pool $500

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Fencing & Safety Requirements

Unincorporated Will County requires every accessory swimming pool to have a perimeter barrier at least five feet high, per the zoning code's swimming pool regulations: separate from Joliet's and other cities' own pool codes.

Will County Pool Barrier Height Rule

Some Restrictions

Will County Code § 155-10.10(E)(2)(a)

(a) All swimming pools must have a perimeter barrier with a minimum height of five feet above grade or finished floor. Barriers must be installed in accordance with the building ordinance. These barrier height regulations supersede any other fence or wall height requirements in this zoning ordinance.

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Swimming Pools & Spas by City in Will County

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

JolietPop. 150,362

2 verified rules • Fencing & Safety Requirements, Pool Permits

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