Tracy requires building permits for pool construction and enforces California Building Code safety standards. Anti-entrapment drain covers (Virginia Graeme Baker Act) are federally required. Pool owners are responsible for keeping pools securely fenced at all times.
Tracy's Building Safety Division requires building permits for all pool construction. Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits are also required. All pools must comply with the California Building Code (CBC §3109) and California Residential Code pool provisions. Anti-entrapment drain covers compliant with the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act are required. Tracy Code Enforcement notes that pool owners bear responsibility for ensuring their pool is properly secured; if no barriers are installed directly around the pool perimeter, the owner must ensure no portions of the surrounding property fence remain unsecured. Contact Tracy Building Safety at (209) 831-6400.
Unpermitted pool or non-compliant pool: stop-use order, retroactive permit required, fines.
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