New pools in Redwood City require a building permit. Pools must meet California Swimming Pool Safety Act requirements. Anti-entrapment drain covers (Virginia Graeme Baker Act) are required on all pools.
Building permits are required for new pool construction in Redwood City. Pools must comply with California Building Code, H&S §115920 (Pool Safety Act), and the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (anti-entrapment drain covers). Pool equipment (pumps, heaters, filters) requires permits and inspections. Pools in certain flood zones may have additional requirements. Contact Building Division at (650) 780-7350.
Non-compliant safety features: correction order. Fines $250 to $1,000. HSC §115929 violations. Real estate disclosure required at sale.
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Redwood City prohibits construction noise in residential areas outside of 7 AM–8 PM weekdays. Construction on weekends and holidays is prohibited if it excee...
Redwood City, CA
Redwood City prohibits dogs from creating excessive noise that disturbs neighbors under Chapter 5 (Animals and Fowl) and the general noise ordinance. Animal ...
Redwood City, CA
Redwood City regulates noise under City Code Chapter 24. General quiet hours are 10 PM–7 AM Sunday through Thursday and 11 PM–7 AM Friday through Saturday. O...
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Commercial vehicles over 6 feet high or 20 feet long are prohibited from parking on public streets or private property in residential areas of Redwood City. ...
Redwood City, CA
Redwood City has residential permit parking zones with 2-hour limits Monday–Friday 7 AM–6 PM. Three permits per household are issued. Street sweeping restric...
Redwood City, CA
Redwood City requires all vehicles to be parked in legal paved parking spaces on residential property. Blocking sidewalks is prohibited. Garage conversions t...
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