Hot tubs and spas in Spokane require an electrical permit from WA L and I and must comply with NEC Article 680. Hot tubs with ASTM F1346 locking safety covers are exempt from the 48-inch barrier requirement. Setback from property lines follows zoning standards.
Portable and permanent hot tubs in Spokane are regulated under the WA State Building Code adopted via SMC 17F. Electrical hookup requires a permit from Washington Department of Labor and Industries per NEC Article 680, including GFCI protection and equipotential bonding. Building permits are generally required for permanent installations on decks or pads but not for plug-in portable units under 50 amps. IRC Appendix G requires barriers around spas holding more than 24 inches of water unless the spa is equipped with a locking safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 standards; this exempts most residential hot tubs. Setbacks follow residential zoning (typically 5 feet side/rear). Noise from pumps and jets must comply with SMC 10.08D residential limits of 55 dBA day / 45 dBA night.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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