Commercial Pool and Spa

Commercial Pool and Spa Permits

Building a new swimming pool or spa on a commercial property takes a permit approved by the Building Inspections Division.

Every nonresidential project has to meet the adopted codes: the 2021 editions of the ISPSC, IBC, IPC, IFGC, IMC, IEC and IRC, along with the 2023 NEC. More details are on the commercial construction information page.

Step 1: Gather What You Need

Before a commercial pool or spa permit can be issued, you will need to provide:

• The project address and its legal description
• Contact details for the owner, the contractor and any architect
• How the space will be used, plus the square footage and the area affected
• The class of work, a description of any electrical, plumbing or mechanical work, the project valuation and the property's market value
• A site plan that shows:
  • The property lines
  • Any easements already in place
  • Where the new pool or spa will be built
  • The measurements of the pool or spa
  • How the site will drain
• Please note: unlisted equipment has its own installation requirements, described in a separate PDF handout.

Step 2: Submit Your Application Online

Permit applications are filed through the city's online permitting portal. New users sign up with a working email address, and creating an account takes only a few minutes.

What Happens Next

Most permits are processed within 5 to 10 business days of an online submission. Review can take longer if the applicant needs to send in corrections or more information.

Help by Phone or in Person

If you would like help filing your application, give us a call or stop by the office.

• Building Inspections Division, City Hall, 100 Civic Center Drive, Fredville, TX 75999
• Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (555) 010-2235

Fees

• You apply and pay through the same online permitting portal.
• To estimate what a commercial pool or spa permit will cost, see building permit fees.

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