Hot tubs in Wayne County require electrical permits under the Michigan Residential Code. Locking safety covers (ASTM F1346) substitute for the 48-inch fence required around pools. VGB Act drain covers mandatory.
Hot tubs and portable spas in Wayne County are regulated under the Michigan Residential Code and individual municipal building codes. Installation typically requires an electrical permit because spas need a dedicated 240-volt GFCI-protected circuit with proper bonding of metal parts per NEC Article 680. Most Wayne County cities waive the 48-inch pool barrier requirement when the spa is equipped with a locking safety cover meeting ASTM F1346 standards because the locked cover serves as the barrier. The federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act requires anti-entrapment drain covers on all spas manufactured and sold in the United States. Rooftop or deck-mounted spas may require structural review and engineered plans due to weight (a filled spa often exceeds 3,500 pounds). Setback requirements from property lines follow local accessory-structure rules, typically 5 to 10 feet from side and rear lot lines. Detroit, Dearborn, Livonia, Westland, and Canton Township each charge electrical permit fees of 50 to 150 dollars. Always verify with your city before installing.
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