Roseville, MN Swimming Pools & Spas: Pool Permits (2026)

Section 905.01 sets the trigger: a building permit is required for any swimming pool with a capacity over 3,000 gallons or with a depth of over three feet and six inches of water, with the fee listed in the city fee schedule. Section 905.02 spells out the application. It must show the type and size of pool and a site plan indicating the location of the pool; the location of the house, garage, fencing and other improvements on the lot; structures on all adjacent lots; the filter unit, pump and wiring; backflush and drainage outlets; a grading plan, finished elevations and final treatment (decking, landscaping, etc.) around the pool; existing overhead or underground wiring, utility easements and trees; and any water heating unit.

Section 905.03 attaches conditions to the permit. Pools cannot sit beneath overhead utility lines or over underground utility lines. No pool can be placed under service drop conductors or other open overhead wiring, or within ten feet horizontally from the pool edge, diving structure, observation stands, towers or platforms. All construction access must be over the owner's land. Required safety fencing must be completely installed prior to filling a pool, and filling from fire hydrants or draining into public streets or drainageways requires permission of the appropriate city officials. Pool location in the yard is governed by section 1011.12(b)(4).

Other permits can apply. Removing an in-ground pool needs a demolition permit under section 901.07(d). The Appendix A electrical fee table lists a swimming pool (up to two inspections) at $120.00 plus circuits at $12.00 each. Pools for multiple-family dwellings must keep the water surface and pumps at least 50 feet from any lot line under section 905.04.