Do I need a permit for swimming pool or spa in Collierville?
Yes. In Tennessee, swimming pool or spa generally requires a permit, and Collierville is no exception.
Collierville requires a building permit to install either an above ground or an in ground swimming pool, and a pool is also classified as an accessory structure for zoning purposes. The pool must be surrounded by a barrier fence at least 48 inches high measured from finished grade, and this barrier is verified before the pool can be used. Collierville requires a state or county licensed contractor for all electrical work on the pool, and Tennessee requires a state contractor license for residential work at 25,000 dollars and above. In-ground and larger above-ground pools require a permit in Tennessee. Barrier, gate and electrical bonding rules are enforced strictly for drowning and shock prevention. Which code edition sets those details depends on whether your area falls under the State Fire Marshal's residential programme, which enforces the 2018 International Residential Code, or under a local programme that adopted its own edition. Electrical work for pool equipment requires a separate electrical permit and bonding inspection. Requirements are enforced locally in Nashville, Memphis and Shelby County, and Knox County.
Documents you may need
- Building permit application for the pool filed with the Town of Collierville Building and Codes Division, required for both above ground and in ground poolsrequired
- Electrical permit for pump, bonding, and equipment wiringrequired
- Site plan showing the pool, equipment, and the required barrier fence relative to property linesLikely required
- Permit applicationrequired
- Site plan showing pool location, setbacks, and barrier/fencerequired
- Pool construction details and equipment/electrical bonding planrequired
- Barrier (fence) and safety details meeting coderequired
Possible inspections
- Bonding, steel, and equipment inspections scheduled through the Collierville Building and Codes Division
- Barrier and gate inspection
- Electrical and final inspections
- Barrier / safety-fence inspection
- Electrical bonding and equipment inspection
- Final inspection
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit for swimming pool or spa in Collierville?
- Yes. In Tennessee, swimming pool or spa generally requires a permit, and Collierville is no exception. Collierville requires a building permit to install either an above ground or an in ground swimming pool, and a pool is also classified as an accessory structure for zoning purposes. The pool must be surrounded by a barrier fence at least 48 inches high measured from finished grade, and this barrier is verified before the pool can be used. Collierville requires a state or county licensed contractor for all electrical work on the pool, and Tennessee requires a state contractor license for residential work at 25,000 dollars and above. In-ground and larger above-ground pools require a permit in Tennessee. Barrier, gate and electrical bonding rules are enforced strictly for drowning and shock prevention. Which code edition sets those details depends on whether your area falls under the State Fire Marshal's residential programme, which enforces the 2018 International Residential Code, or under a local programme that adopted its own edition. Electrical work for pool equipment requires a separate electrical permit and bonding inspection. Requirements are enforced locally in Nashville, Memphis and Shelby County, and Knox County.
- Who issues the permit in Collierville?
- The local building department for Collierville 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.
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