Swimming pools in New Castle County require building permits and must meet all adopted safety codes. The pool must be located in the rear yard with minimum 6-foot setbacks from property lines.
New Castle County requires building permits for swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs (all sizes). The pool must be located in the rear yard only. The pool, decking, filter, pump, and storage buildings must be at least 6 feet from any side or rear property line. Corner lots cannot place pools in street yard setbacks. Anti-entrapment drain covers (VGBA compliant) are required. Electrical installations must meet NEC standards.
Unpermitted pools are subject to stop-construction orders and must be permitted or removed.
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