In-ground pools in unincorporated Multnomah County require building and electrical permits from Multnomah County Building Codes Division. Oregon Residential Specialty Code applies. Anti-entrapment requirements (Virginia Graeme Baker Act) are mandatory.
Building permits and electrical permits from Multnomah County Building Codes Division (503-988-3000) are required for in-ground pool installation. Oregon Residential Specialty Code governs structural, plumbing, and electrical requirements. Virginia Graeme Baker Act compliance required for drain anti-entrapment. Commercial/public pools must comply with OAR 333-060 (Oregon Health Authority). Above-ground prefabricated pools may be exempt from structural permit if walls are entirely above grade, but pool barrier permit is still required.
Non-compliant safety: correction order. Fines $250 to $1,000. Disclosure required at sale.
Multnomah County, OR
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Multnomah County, OR
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Multnomah County, OR
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Multnomah County, OR
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Multnomah County, OR
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Multnomah County, OR
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