Pool Info

Thinking about installing a portable or inflatable pool?

Here are some pool guidelines to aid in your decision.

Portable Pools/Inflatable

(temporary)

• above 24″ require a rigid fence (48″) with a self-closing gate containing a self latching device.
• electrical must be GFI protected
• pool alarm is required
• 24″ or less there is no fence required
• no permit required

Above Ground Pools

(permanent)

• below 48″ require rigid fence
• electrical must be GFI protected and inspected by a NYS Electrical Inspector
• pool alarm is required
• building permit required with a fee of $75.00

In-Ground Pools

(permanent)

• a rigid fence (48″) with a self-closing gate containing a self-latching device is required
• electrical must be GFI protected and inspected by a NYS Electrical Inspector
• pool alarm is required
• building permit required with a fee of $150.00

All pools, existing and new, must comply.

Other codes apply, depending on your application.

NON-COMPLIANCE PUTS YOU AT RISK AND IN VIOLATION OF NEW YORK STATE BUILDING CODES AND MAY RESULT IN FINES!!

Please contact the Building Department/Code Enforcement Office at 716-941-6113 x 111 with any questions.