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Residential Swimming Pool Permit
Residential Swimming Pool Permit
In-ground, above-ground and spa
Process
Submit two (2) sets of documentation, as applicable, to Zoning to begin the residential swimming pool process.
Zoning shall indicate approval on the
Building Permit Application,
site plan
and
construction plans.
Application and
construction documents
are reviewed for compliance with the Florida Building Code by the Division of Building Safety.
An approved set of the construction documents are stamped by Residential Plans Review to be available in the field for all County inspections.
Permit fees are paid to the Cashier.
The Building
permit number
is issued.
Inspection Record card,
stamped construction documents and payment receipt are returned to applicant.
Sub-permits
may be obtained, which are then linked to the Building Permit for record purposes.
Required Tools
The Building Permit Application form shall be approved by Zoning.
The
owners estimated value
must be written on the front of the application.
Page 2 of the Building Permit Application must be filled out completely when the estimated value exceeds $2,500.
A
Notice of Commencement
(NOC) form, if value of job is over the amount of $2,500.
Two (2)
site plans
approved by Zoning.
Two (2) sets of
construction documents
prepared by an Architect or Engineer, registered in the State of Florida,
Designed in accordance with the
Florida Building Code Current Edition
.
To include pool dimensions, square footage and deck area.
All documents shall be signed, dated and sealed.
The following supporting documents shall be attached to the plans:
A completed
Residential Swimming Pool Safety Affirmation
.
Simplified total dynamic head (TDH) calculation worksheet.
A Specification Sheet from the pump manufacturer stating pump size, GPM, make and model.
All drain cover information, i.e., manufacturer, make/model#, flow rate and life expectancy.
Exception: Pools with no main drains are exempt. All Commercial Pools with gravity main drains are exempt
NOTE: Residential Swimming pools shall be in compliance with sections R.4101 of the
Florida Building Code Residential Current Edition
.
A licensed contractor will be required for this project.
An owner-builder may act as Contractor under Exemption to
F.S. 489.103(7)(a).
An
Owner Builder Disclosure Statement
is required to be completed for an owner builder.
NOTE: Only a Licensed Contractor is allowed to give
Power of Attorney
to an agent. Power of Attorney must be original, site specific and notarized.
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Fee Schedule
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For questions, please call the Division of Building Safety:
Phone: (407) 836-5550
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