Moreno Valley, CA Swimming Pools & Spas: Pool Permits (2026)
Swimming pool permit rules in Moreno Valley, CA, also covering above-ground pools, in-ground pools, and spa installations, set fencing, barrier, alarm, and inspection requirements.
Key Facts
- Permit Threshold
- Any depth >18 inches
- Issuing Office
- Building Safety 14177
- Code Authority
- CA HSC Section 115920
- Plan Check
- 2-4 weeks typical
- Fees
- $600-$1,800 based valuation
- Double Fee
- Unpermitted work MVMC
Summary
Moreno Valley requires building, electrical, and plumbing permits for all in-ground and above-ground pools deeper than 18 inches, issued through the Building and Safety Division with CBC and CPC compliance inspections.
115922. (a) ... 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. ... (c) Before the issuance of a final approval for the completion of permitted construction or remodeling work, the local building code official shall inspect the drowning safety prevention features required by this section.
Full Breakdown
Moreno Valley follows the California Building Code and California Plumbing Code as adopted in Municipal Code Title 8. Any pool, spa, or hot tub capable of holding more than 18 inches of water requires a building permit from the Building and Safety Division at 14177 Frederick Street. The permit package includes structural plans, plumbing for circulation and backwash, electrical plans for pumps and bonding, and a site plan showing setbacks from property lines (typically 5 feet side/rear) and septic or sewer laterals. Plan check runs about two to four weeks. Required inspections include pre-gunite steel, bonding, rough plumbing, deck sub-grade, and final with barrier verification per California Health and Safety Code Section 115920 et seq. (the Swimming Pool Safety Act). Fees scale with valuation and typically run $600-$1,800 for a residential in-ground pool. Working without a permit triggers double fees and potential code enforcement citations under MVMC Chapter 8.
Violations & Fines
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Moreno Valley code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for a portable inflatable pool?
Can I pull the permit myself or do I need a licensed contractor?
Sources & Official References
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