Swimming pool permit rules in Santa Cruz, CA — also covering above-ground pools, in-ground pools, and spa installations — set fencing, barrier, alarm, and inspection requirements.
Santa Cruz Municipal Code §18.32.020 requires permit application to the chief building official with detailed plans (in duplicate, including plot plan) showing construction method, location, and wastewater disposal.
Permits cover in-ground and above-ground pools, hot tubs, spas, portable spas, nonportable wading pools, and natural/artificial ponds of qualifying size. Permittees must indicate wastewater disposal methods. The chief building official can revoke a permit for code violations or where continued operation is a health/safety menace. Appeals to city council under Ch. 1.16. Pool operation cannot continue pending appeal.
Permit revocation; stop-work orders; abatement under Ch. 4.04.
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