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Most cities, townships and counties require you to have a residential building permit in order to build your inground swimming pool. Some Townships and cities also require an electrical permit but normally the local electrician that you hire takes care of obtaining that for you.
Then, why do you need a permit for a pool?
Answer: Permits are required for all of the work necessary to build a swimming pool. This Combination permit covers the construction of the swimming pool as well as the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work directly related to the construction of the swimming pool.
| Building a pool costs | |
|---|---|
| National average cost | $67,500 |
| Average range | $50,000 - $85,000 |
| Minimum cost | $6,000 |
| Maximum cost | $100,000 |
Beside above, how much is a building permit for a pool?
All swimming pools require the issuance of a *Building permit ($50.00 fee for above ground, $100.00 fee for in ground) prior to installation, construction andor use. Some building code safety requirements for swimming pools are identified below.
It's possible that you many never get caught for having a pool without a permit. But, if you are caught, you can expect to pay a lot in fines and fees and may even have to get rid of the pool.