Prefabricated above-ground pools under 24 inches deep and under 5,000 gallons are generally exempt from building permits in Irvine. Larger above-ground pools require permits and must comply with pool barrier and safety requirements.
Under California Building Code provisions adopted by Irvine, prefabricated swimming pools accessory to single-family homes that are under 24 inches deep, under 5,000 gallons, and entirely above ground are exempt from building permits. Larger above-ground pools require a building permit and must meet the same barrier, electrical, and safety requirements as in-ground pools. Any pool capable of holding 18 inches or more of water requires barrier protection per the California Swimming Pool Safety Act. Electrical connections for pumps require permits.
Installing a pool requiring a permit without one is a code violation. Missing pool barriers is a safety violation.
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