Swimming Pool Permit
Do your summer plans include an above-ground backyard pool?
| Pool Type | Pool Depth | Requirements |
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Kiddie pool |
Up to 24 inches deep |
No permit required. No barrier required. |
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Above-ground pool |
24 to 48 inches deep |
Permit required. Must have a barrier, including fencing, gates and hardware.* |
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Greater than 48 inches deep |
Permit required. Removable/retractable ladder can take the place of a barrier OR fencing, gates and hardware can be used.* |
Above-ground pool with ladder*Your current fencing may not meet national guidelines for swimming pools. Please see the swimming pools, spas and hot tubs pool barrier requirements for more information.
All in-ground swimming pools will require a permit.
Definitions
Swimming Pool
Any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that is capable of containing over 24 inches of water. This includes in-ground, above-ground, or on-ground swimming pools, hot tubs and spas.
Spa
Any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing that is capable of containing over 24 inches of water, in which all controls, water-heating and water-circulating equipment are an integral part of the product.
If barrier requirements cannot be met for a hot tub or spa, a safety cover that locks will be required.
Barrier Requirements
An outdoor swimming pool, including an in-ground, above-ground, or on-ground pool, hot tub or spa, shall be surrounded by a barrier which shall comply with the requirements of the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code as adopted and amended by the City of Naperville.
These barrier requirements apply to EXISTING and NEW fences.
How to Apply
To apply for a pool permit, please visit the Civic Access portal. The Civic Access portal gathers all of the information needed to apply, pay for, and manage permits in one convenient place.
For details on the permitting process, including submittal, reviews, fees and issuance, visit the Building Permits page.