Englewood requires building permits for pool construction reviewed under the 2021 International codes (IBC, IRC, ISPSC). Multiple inspections including electrical bonding, barrier fencing, and drain safety are required. Property owners bear premises liability for pool safety.
Swimming pool construction in Englewood requires building permits reviewed under the 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, and the 2023 National Electric Code. Inspections cover structure, drains, electrical bonding, backflow, and permanent fencing. Drain covers must comply with the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Act. The fence barrier must be complete before the pool is filled. Property owners are liable for maintaining all safety features. Smoke and CO detectors are required in homes, particularly for gas-heated pool equipment. Contact the Building Division at 303-762-2342.
Construction without permit: stop-work order. Failed inspections: remediation required.
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