Above-ground pools in Lodi need a building permit if 24 inches or deeper or holding more than 5,000 gallons (CBC §105.2). Even exempt pools must still meet the Cal. HSC §115923 barrier rules - either by an enclosure or by removing ladders when not in use under California Residential Code Appendix AX.
California Building Code Section 105.2 (adopted by LMC §15.04.010) exempts from permit any prefabricated swimming pool accessory to a Group R-3 home that is less than 24 inches deep, holds no more than 5,000 gallons, and is installed entirely above ground. Above this threshold a building permit is required. Regardless of permit status, the pool counts as a 'swimming pool' under HSC §115921(a) (any structure for swimming or wading that contains water more than 18 inches deep) and triggers the §115922-115923 safety rules. For above-ground pools with walls at least 48 inches high, the pool wall itself can serve as the barrier provided the ladder is removable or lockable when not in use and any attached deck or steps are gated. This is consistent with CRC Appendix AX and is reflected in the City of Lodi residential pool handout.
Installing an above-ground pool over 24 inches/5,000 gallons without a permit is a stop-work item and incurs double permit fees (CBC 109.4). Leaving an unsecured ladder on a barrier-pool when not in use creates an LMC 1.08.010 infraction (escalating $100/$200/$500). Code Enforcement may require removal of the pool if the property cannot pass barrier inspection.
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