City of Grand Prairie : Swimming Pools

Environmental Quality | 206 W. Church St., 2nd Floor | P.O. Box 534045 | Grand Prairie, TX 75053
Phone 972-237-8055 | Fax 972-237-8228

	Swimming Pool and Spa Permit If you intend to operate or build a public swimming pool or spa in the City of Grand Prairie, a permit is required. Public wading pools and spray parks also require a permit. What is required? For Change of Ownership A completed application for a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) from the Department of Building Inspections. A completed Swimming Pool / Spa permit application. Applicable fees. A letter from a licensed electrician stating that the pool / spa wet niche fixtures are properly grounded and in good repair. Completed and notarized Owner Verification form. Copy of Certified Swimming Pool Operator Certificate. RPZ in fill lines in swimming pools or spas must be tested by the City of Grand Prairie. A copy of cross connection inspection report must be available to the inspector at the time of the final inspection. A complete inspection, including water chemistry, fencing, working emergency telephone or emergency summoning device, signage, etc. All requirements are to be satisfied at the time of the final inspection before the swimming pool and / or spa will be allowed to open. Compliance with all the requirements set by the Americans with Disabilities Act, 2010 Standards for Accessible Design. For more information click here. New Swimming Pool / Spa or Extensive Remodeling A completed application for a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) from the Department of Building Inspections. A completed Swimming Pool / Spa permit application. Applicable fees. Prior to beginning the construction of a new public swimming pool/spa or the extensive remodeling of an existing public swimming pool/spa, the owner shall submit plans and specifications for such construction or remodeling to Building Inspections and the Environmental Quality Division for review. The plans and specifications must indicate the following: Plan of entire project site/tract map Plot plan, deck detail and pool enclosure (including gate detail and fence panels) Plumbing detail including gauges and pipe diameter etc. Pool/Spa structure details Depth markers Lights Skimmers Coping Fill line and/or applicable hose bibs Equipment list (including make and model number) Safety equipment and signs The plans and specifications shall be submitted and stamped with the seal of a professional engineer. A pre-construction letter stamped by the engineer shall also be submitted with the plans for review. A copy of the plans and specifications and the plan review checklist must be kept at the site during the time of construction In addition, new public swimming pools must comply with the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For more information click here. [BACK TO TOP] Required Construction Inspections Pre-Gunite Inspection Verification of proper VGB (Virginia Graeme Baker Act) drains and skimmer installations per approved plans. Pre Plaster Inspection Verification of proper step, tile, and depth markings per approved plans Final Inspection RPZ in fill lines in swimming pools or spas must be tested by the City of Grand Prairie. A copy of cross connection inspection report must be available to the inspector at the time of the final inspection. A letter from a licensed electrician stating that the pool / spa wet niche fixtures are properly grounded and in good repair. A complete inspection, including water chemistry, fencing, working emergency telephone or emergency summoning device, signage, etc. All requirements are to be satisfied at the time of the final inspection before the swimming pool and / or spa will be allowed to open. Copy of Certified Swimming Pool Operator Certificate. THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY WILL BE RELEASED AFTER ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE MET. Fees for Swimming Pool / Spa Permits Swimming Pool / Spa Application for Change of Owner: $100.00 Swimming Pool / Spa: $200.00 Swimming Pool / Spa Duplicate Permit: $15.00 Swimming Pool / Spa New Application: $300.00 [BACK TO TOP] Swimming Pool and Spa Ordinance Swimming Pool and Spa Ordinance [BACK TO TOP] Documents Owner Verification Form Sample Electrical Letter Swimming Pool Application Form [BACK TO TOP] Education Hyperchlorination Guidelines Cryptosporidium Health Advisory Swimming Pool Safety Poster Cryptosporidium Fact Sheet [BACK TO TOP] Links Texas Department of State Health Services Center for Disease Control and Prevention National Swimming Pool Foundation Americans with Disabilities Act [BACK TO TOP]

Last updated: 2/5/2013 10:01:12 AM