Showing ordinances that apply to Port Washington, NY
Port Washington is an unincorporated community (population 16,753) in Nassau County, New York. Because Port Washington is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Nassau County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The pool permits rules below are the ones that govern your area.
All residential swimming pools in Nassau County require a building permit from the local town or village, plus Nassau County Department of Health approval for installation. In-ground, above-ground over 24 inches, and hot tubs over 24 inches all require permits.
NY State Sanitary Code 10 NYCRR Subpart 6-1 governs public and semi-public pools; residential pools fall under NY Uniform Building Code and local jurisdiction. Nassau County Department of Health reviews setbacks from wells and septic (typically 10 ft from property line, 50 ft from well, 100 ft from septic). Permit fees range $150-$500. Final electrical inspection by licensed electrician required per NEC 680.
Unpermitted pool installation: $1,000-$5,000 fines plus required removal or retroactive permit. Stop work orders common. Health Department can order drain-down.
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