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

The City of Willis Building Department has formally adopted the 2024 International Code Council family of codes with no amendments and the 2023 National Electrical Code, per the Willis municipal building-codes FAQ. That family includes the International Residential Code (Appendix AG/AV pool barrier provisions) and the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, which govern residential above-ground pool installations. Under the model code framework, an above-ground pool with a wall height of at least 48 inches may use the pool wall itself as part of the required child-resistant barrier, provided any attached or removable ladder is secured or removed when the pool is unattended. Tex. Health & Safety Code Ch. 757 imposes additional statewide enclosure requirements that historically apply to multi-unit residential pools but inform the local standard of care. Permits are issued through GovWell or the Willis Permit Office. Confirm the exact required barrier height, gate hardware, ladder treatment, and permit fee with the Willis Permit Office at (936) 856-4611 before installation.