Hot tubs and spas over 24 inches deep in Orange County NY require building and electrical permits. A lockable safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 satisfies the barrier requirement in lieu of a fence under NY Residential Code AG105.5. GFCI protection is mandatory per NEC Art. 680 on all spa circuits. Enforcement is handled by the town building department (Newburgh, Middletown, Goshen, Wallkill, Warwick).
NYS Residential Code Appendix G §AG105.5 exempts hot tubs and spas with an ASTM F1346-compliant safety cover from the otherwise-required 48-inch barrier. The cover must be listed, labeled, and lockable. Without the cover, the spa must be surrounded by a compliant pool barrier. Electrical work requires a permit and inspection by a NYS-approved agency (Commonwealth, NYBEIU, or similar). NEC Art. 680 mandates GFCI protection, equipotential bonding (all metal parts within 5 ft), and disconnect within sight. Typical permit fees run $75-$200. Town zoning often imposes a 5-10 ft setback; Warwick §164-45 requires 10 ft from side lot lines.
Missing ASTM F1346 cover or barrier: stop-use order and fines up to $5,000/day under Uniform Code enforcement. Electrical without permit: fines $250-$1,000. Unbonded metal components pose electrocution risk and insurance liability.
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