Pool Permits

​A pool permit is required for any pool that is over .45 m (18 inches) deep, be it above-ground or in-ground, and MUST be enclosed by a fence and gates meeting the Township of Essa's Fence By-law 2013-32 Section 2 subsection 2.5. or if the above ground pool has rigid sides (without a deck) that are 1.2m (48") above finished grade then the sides can be considered the barrier to restrict access provided the access ladder is removable and stored in a secure location when not in use or the access ladder has a roll up type cover that is lockable.

To obtain a pool permit, you will require the following items:

• Application Form
• Site Plan with the following information:
  - Location of the pool with measurements to the lot lines
  - Structures
  - Septic Systems
  - Location of fence and all gates
  - Height of Fence
• Final Lot Grading is required in subdivisions *Contact the building Department to confirm that your property has received final lot grading.  If final lot grading has not been approved, you must obtain a lot grading waiver from your builder.
• Decks for above ground pools will require a separate permit.