Swimming Pools

Swimming pool permit submittal requirements

Building permit application. If contractors are being used they shall be listed on your application at the time of submittal (Homeowner Agreement Form).
Construction documents. One set of scaled (¼” = 1’) construction plans on white paper in blue or black ink stamped and signed by a Colorado registered Professional Engineer. Plans shall include:
Site plan showing dimensions to property lines and other structures. NOTE: It shall be the sole responsibility of the property owner and/or permit holder to verify the location of all utilities and easements including water, sewer, well, septic, electric, phone, cable, fiber optic and gas prior to excavation or construction of any structure.
Location and detail of the required pool/spa/hot tub barrier.
Drainage Erosion and Sediment Control Low Impact GESC Permit / Low Impact GESC Application
Any questions related to DESC Plan design requirements, DESC Plan submittal and permitting process, or DESC inspection requirements should be directed to the Douglas County Engineering Services Division 303-660-7490.
Letter from Architectural Control Committee (ACC) (where applicable). If this letter is not included with your submittal, a notice will be sent to the Architectural Control Committee to inform them that a permit has been applied for.
All spas and pools at commercial building sites must have a separate permit and have Douglas County Health Department approval.