Swimming pool permit rules in Lima, OH — also covering above-ground pools, in-ground pools, and spa installations — set fencing, barrier, alarm, and inspection requirements.
The City of Lima requires a permit from the Lima-Allen County Building Department to install any swimming pool, spa, or hot tub holding water over 24 inches deep. Applications need plans and plot plans showing minimum 5-foot rear and side yard setbacks. Above-ground pools cost $50.50; in-ground pools $50.00 plus
Lima defines a 'swimming pool' as any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that contains water over 24 inches deep, including in-ground, above-ground, on-ground pools, hot tubs and spas. The owner or authorized agent must sign the permit application (or a sworn affidavit) and submit pool information, plans, and a plot plan showing setbacks of at least 5 feet from the rear and side yards, with additional setbacks if the City Engineer finds a vehicular vision-clearance issue. Fencing information and location must be provided, and pools must be installed per manufacturer specifications. No swimming pool exceeding 24 inches is permitted in a front yard. Re-installing the same pool in the same location needs no permit. Electrical work must meet
Installing a regulated pool, spa, or hot tub without the required building and electrical permits is a code violation enforced by the Lima-Allen County Building Department. Work must pass inspection before use.
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