Grand Rapids requires swimming pools to meet Michigan Residential Code safety standards including proper barriers, anti-entrapment drain covers, and electrical grounding. Building permits and inspections are required.
Swimming pool safety in Grand Rapids is governed by the Michigan Residential Code and local building regulations. Pools must have compliant anti-entrapment drain covers and proper electrical grounding with GFCI protection. Electrical wiring for pools must be installed by a licensed electrician and inspected. Pool heaters and gas lines require separate permits. Chemical storage must be secure and away from living areas. The city's building inspection division conducts pool inspections during and after construction.
Non-compliant pools may fail inspection. Electrical safety violations are particularly serious and require immediate correction.
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