Above-ground pools over 18 inches deep require a Sacramento County building permit. Pool safety act barriers apply if capable of holding 18 inches of water.
Sacramento County Building Division requires building permits for above-ground and portable pools exceeding 18 inches in depth. Inflatable and easy-set pools that can hold more than 18 inches of water are subject to the same barrier and safety requirements as in-ground pools under CA HSC 115920. Structural stability, electrical bonding for pumps, and setbacks from property lines apply. Permit fees are lower than for in-ground pools but inspection requirements are similar. Removable above-ground pools must still meet barrier requirements while in use.
Pool without permit or barrier: citation, required removal of water or installation of compliant barrier.
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