Altadena, CA Swimming Pools & Spas: Pool Permits (2026)
Swimming pool permit rules in Altadena, CA, also covering above-ground pools, in-ground pools, and spa installations, set fencing, barrier, alarm, and inspection requirements.
Key Facts
- Authority
- LA County Building & Safety
- Code Titles
- 26 (Bldg), 27 (Elec), 28 (Plumb), 30 (Res)
- Permits Required
- Building + Plumbing + Electrical
- Pool Safety Features
- 2 of 7 (CHSC 115922)
Summary
All swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs in Altadena require a building permit from LA County Building & Safety under Title 26 (Building Code) plus a plumbing permit and electrical permit for equipment.
115922. (a) Except as provided in Section 115925, subject to subdivision (b), and consistent with Section 1596.814, when a building permit is issued for the construction of a new swimming pool or spa or the remodeling of an existing swimming pool or spa at a private single-family home, the respective swimming pool or spa shall be equipped with at least two of the following seven drowning prevention safety features: (1) An enclosure that meets the requirements of Section 115923 and isolates the swimming pool or spa from the private single-family home. (2) Removable mesh fencing that meets the ASTM International F2286 standard in conjunction with a gate that is self-closing and self-latching and can accommodate a key lockable device. (3) A manually operated or power-operated safety pool cove
Full Breakdown
LA County Code Title 26 (Building Code), Title 27 (Electrical), Title 28 (Plumbing), and Title 30 (Residential Code) all apply to pool construction. Pools require: a building permit (structural), plumbing permit (filtration/drains), and electrical permit (pumps, lights, bonding). All work must comply with CBC §3109 and BCM 3109.2 for safety enclosures. The pool must be permitted before excavation; final inspection includes verifying the 60-inch enclosure and the 2 required California Pool Safety Act features.
Violations & Fines
Unpermitted pool construction can result in stop-work orders, double permit fees, and forced removal in extreme cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
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