Above-ground pools capable of holding water over 24 inches deep are regulated the same as in-ground pools under the Michigan Residential Code: a municipal building permit and a 48-inch barrier are required. Kent County does not set these rules.
The Michigan Residential Code treats an above-ground pool as a regulated swimming pool once it can hold water more than 24 inches deep, so a building permit from your city or township is required and a compliant barrier (at least 48 inches high) must enclose it. Where the pool wall itself is 48 inches or more above grade, the wall can serve as the barrier, but ladders/steps must be removable or secured. There is no countywide above-ground pool ordinance in Kent County.
Installing a regulated above-ground pool without a permit or barrier can result in municipal stop-work orders, fines, and required corrections.
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