Residential pools in unincorporated Douglas County must comply with IRC safety standards adopted as part of the county building code. Pools must be enclosed, permitted, and maintained.
Douglas County enforces the International Residential Code (IRC) for residential pool construction. Key safety requirements include: compliant 48-inch barrier surrounding the pool, self-latching gates, pool equipment meeting electrical and plumbing codes, and proper signage. Pools must be kept in proper maintenance — standing water from unmaintained pools can also constitute a nuisance or health hazard. Building inspections are conducted during construction.
Pools not meeting IRC safety standards or without building permits are code violations subject to enforcement.
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Douglas County, NE
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