Orlando, FL Swimming Pools & Spas: Pool Permits (2026)

605 requires anyone who wants to construct, reconstruct, repair, alter or grade a swimming pool, other than a portable above-ground pool, to first obtain an Engineering Permit from the City Engineer, who reviews the plans and performs site inspections before work begins. 608's submittal package: name and address of the property owner or agent and of the contractor doing the work, the work location, a complete description of the work, and an up-to-date one-foot contour topographical survey covering the property plus 25 feet onto abutting parcels and the adjacent right-of-way.

606, the City Engineer will only issue the permit after finding the applicant has complied with Chapter 65, the plans conform to City construction code regulations, the work follows acceptable construction methods, the health, welfare and safety of the public will not be unreasonably impaired, and that proper drainage and on-site water retention or detention is provided consistent with the Orlando Urban Stormwater Management Manual (OUSWMM) and reviewed by the City, the Department of Environmental Regulation, the Water Management Districts and Orange County Pollution Control.

25, or, for a property owner doing work adjoining the right-of-way, post a $5,000 private owner construction bond with the City's Director of Finance before the permit is issued. 606 lets the City Engineer complete outstanding work on public property and recover the cost from the permittee.