Inspection guide for in ground swimming pools.

This information is provided as a general guide for typical in-ground gunite swimming pool construction. The process may vary slightly with different methods of construction like vinyl liner and fiberglass pools.

Order of inspections:    

1. Pool Location Inspection: The purpose of this inspection is to verify pool location on the lot, as well as set back requirements. This requires at minimum a painted outline of the below ground pool walls. You may also request this inspection after excavation. (BEFORE POOL WALLS ARE IN PLACE) The approved site plan must be posted on site available for inspectors to review at all times throughout the inspection process. Pool setbacks are measured to the closest point of the structure above or below grade. In most cases this is the outer edge of the pool walls (not water’s edge).  It is the permit applicant’s responsibility to ensure all property lines are clearly marked, preferably by string in order for the setbacks to be measured accurately. In cases where the setback measurement cannot be accurately verified or where the structure is one foot or less from the required setback, a registered survey may be required.
2. Pool steel in Ground: This is an electrical inspection of the steel basket and bonding of the light niche.
3. Rough piping Inspection: This inspection includes a vacuum entrapment hazard inspection using one of the following: Appendix G, 2006 International Residential Code or APSP/ANSI 7 standard. This inspection must be done PRIOR TO THE CONCRETE POUR and includes all circulation piping. Piping must be suitably visible to ensure compliance. Download the APSP/ANSI 7 inspection checklist.
4. The “pool steel in ground” and “the piping inspection” can be requested simultaneously,          however piping inspections are conducted by plumbing inspectors so two different inspectors will be coming out to your job.
5. The “deck steel inspection”: This is to ensure proper grounding of steel under the deck area that surrounds the pool, and also grounding of any equipment.
6. An additional underground inspection may be needed if you have underground wiring or gas pipe that is not in place at the time of the deck steel inspection.
7. Final Plumbing: This will be an inspection of listed outlet covers, any plumbing requirements for makeup water, as well as inspection of SVRS when required. Inspection should be requested after all systems are installed and functioning.  
8. Final Inspection: This is the last inspection on pools. Pools should be complete and ready for use before requesting this inspection. All equipment is installed and functioning. The pool barriers as well as any required door alarms are installed. The inspector will need access into the dwelling to verify alarms.   

The following list is for questions only. Inspection request should be made through the permitting staff at 770 781 2115. Permitting questions including fees, as well as zoning and setback requirements: Permitting Staff at 770 781-2115 Pool location Inspections:  Mike Sheppard Senior Building Inspector 770 886-2764 Electrical and Pool Barrier questions John Dooley Senior Electrical Inspector 770 886-2768  Piping questions Chris Barclay Senior Plumbing Inspector. Revised 12/09