Tacoma enforces pool safety requirements under the adopted building codes. Pools must have compliant drain covers, barriers, GFCI electrical protection, and pass inspections. Building permits are required for all pool construction.
Residential pools must comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Act for drain covers. Electrical installations follow NEC Article 680 including GFCI protection and bonding. Stormwater management requirements apply to pool installations. Building permits are required for all pool construction with inspections at various stages. Washington State energy code may apply to heated pools.
Safety violations may result in pool closure orders. Unpermitted pools require retroactive permitting and inspections.
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