Do I need a permit for swimming pool or spa in Aurora?
Yes. In Colorado, swimming pool or spa generally requires a permit, and Aurora is no exception.
An in-ground or permanent above-ground pool or spa requires a building permit, and the IRC treats a pool holding more than about 24 inches of water as requiring an approved barrier; barrier specifics are set by your local jurisdiction. Pool electrical bonding and grounding fall under Colorado's State Electrical Board and require a state electrical permit and inspection in addition to the local building permit.
Documents you may need
- Permit applicationrequired
- Site plan showing pool location, setbacks, and required barrierrequired
- Pool structural and plumbing/equipment plansrequired
- Barrier/enclosure and gate detailsrequired
Possible inspections
- Structural/pre-gunite or shell inspection
- Plumbing and electrical bonding/grounding inspections
- Barrier and self-latching gate inspection
- Final inspection
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit for swimming pool or spa in Aurora?
- Yes. In Colorado, swimming pool or spa generally requires a permit, and Aurora is no exception. An in-ground or permanent above-ground pool or spa requires a building permit, and the IRC treats a pool holding more than about 24 inches of water as requiring an approved barrier; barrier specifics are set by your local jurisdiction. Pool electrical bonding and grounding fall under Colorado's State Electrical Board and require a state electrical permit and inspection in addition to the local building permit.
- Who issues the permit in Aurora?
- The local building department for Aurora handles permitting. This page lists its contact details and online portal. Your mailing city is not always the permitting authority, so confirm the jurisdiction before you apply.
- How do I find out the exact requirements for my project?
- Run the free PermitRoadmap check for your specific project and answers. It returns the likely permits, documents, inspections, and next steps, each linked to its official source.
PermitRoadmap is an independent informational service and is not affiliated with any city, county, state agency, or permitting authority. Results are informational and do not replace confirming requirements with the local permitting authority.