Euless, TX Swimming Pools & Spas: Above-Ground Pools (2026)

Euless Code Chapter 18 treats above-ground pools identically to in-ground pools once water depth exceeds 24 inches. A building permit is required, with site plan review for setbacks (typically 5 feet from property lines) and electrical service. The International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) Section 305.2.4 allows the above-ground pool wall to serve as the required barrier provided: (1) the wall is at least 48 inches above the ground outside the pool, (2) any ladder or steps are removable without tools when not in use, or (3) the ladder is surrounded by its own 48-inch barrier with self-closing/self-latching gate, or (4) the ladder is equipped with a lockable cover certified to ASTM F1346. Decks attached to above-ground pools trigger additional structural permit requirements and guardrail standards (36-inch handrail with balusters spaced no more than 4 inches apart). Electrical service to the pump and filter must be on a GFCI-protected circuit and properly bonded. Many large inflatable pools (such as Intex models) holding 24+ inches of water are subject to the same permit and barrier rules despite their temporary nature. Homeowners installing DIY above-ground pools should contact Building Inspections before setup to confirm requirements.