Public Swimming Pool/Spa Pool Construction Permitting
This service allows you to apply for a permit to construct or modify a public swimming pool or spa pool within San Luis Obispo County.
Please note, additional permitting may be required by the local city or county jurisdiction Planning and Building Department.
What is the process?
Review Construction Requirements
Read and comply with the Construction Requirements for Swimming Pools and Spas.
Submit Required Items
Submit the following:
- A completed application for a pool/spa construction or renovation permit (as applicable).
- A completed plan check sheet
- One (1) copy of plans drawn to scale and with the scale indicated,
- Two (2) additional sets of plans will be required upon approval,
- Equipment specification sheets and other information documents that will ensure compliance with equipment/construction requirements.
Pay Plan Check Fee
The permit fee is due with the application. Please refer to the Environmental Health Permit Fee Schedule for more information.
Await response from inspector
Plans must be approved prior to beginning construction. The inspector reviewing the plan will contact you with any additional information or forms that may be required, revisions needed, or when your plan is approved.
Schedule Inspections
Several inspections are required during Public Pool and/or Spa construction. Failure to schedule all required inspections may result in costly corrections and an overall delay in receiving final approval to begin use of the Public Pool and/or Spa.
- Pre-gunnite inspection
- Approval must be granted following a pre-gunnite inspection prior to continuing construction.
- Pre-plaster inspection
- Approval must be granted following a pre-plaster inspection prior to continuing construction.
- Opening inspection
- Approval must be granted following an opening inspection prior to beginning use of the Public Pool and/or Spa.
Contact us if you have any questions or to schedule the inspections.
Await Inspector Approval to Begin Use
It is unlawful to begin use of a new or remodeled Public Pool and/or Spa without first receiving approval from an inspector in addition to a valid Health Permit to Operate.
Once it has been determined that construction and operational compliance is met following completion of construction and opening inspections, the inspector will grant approval to begin operation.
Ensure that the Public Pool and/or Spa is continually operated and maintained in accordance with Public Pool and/or Spa operational requirements. Operational requirements as well as helpful resource materials are provided below.
- California Swimming Pool Requirements
- Swimming Pool Operators Guide
- Pool Inspections for Non-Aquatic Professionals (self-inspection guide)
- Pool Chemical Monitoring Log Form For Daily Monitoring (for minimum daily testing requirements)
- Pool Chemical Monitoring Log Form for Daily and Routine Maintenance Monitoring (includes minimum daily testing requirements as well as recommended chemical testing to ensure good water balance)
- Required Swimming Pool Signs
- Response to an Accidental Fecal Release Incident Log Form and Procedures
- AB 1020 Compliance Form
- Public Pool and Spa Facility Checklist
Who is eligible?
This service is available to all businesses wishing to begin construction or modification of a public pool or spa within the County of San Luis Obispo.
Is there a charge for this service?
Please refer to our Fee Schedule or contact our office at (805) 781-5544.
When and where is this service offered?
This service is available throughout the year during regular business hours except during scheduled holidays.
Please visit us, email us, contact us, or call our office to begin the process.
Location, directions and hours of operation
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Monday - Friday 8-5
2156 Sierra Way Suite B
San Luis Obispo , CA 93401
Tel: (805) 781-5544
Fax: (805) 781-4211