Residential Pool or Spa

Construction of a pool & its associated equipment at a residential location. Also includes spas, swim spas as well as above-ground pools 24" or greater in depth.

Required Forms & Documents

• Application for Residential Pool/Spa Permit (1 original and 1 copy)
• No Tree Removal Affidavit for Improvements (1 original and 1 copy): This affidavit is to be used to certify that the property does not require the removal of any trees, 4 caliper inch or greater and/or not installed for tree points.
• Tree Permit Application (1 original and 1 copy): The tree permit application form must accompany the permit application if trees are being removed and/or lot clearing is necessary.
• Notice of Commencement (1 copy signed and recorded): Any improvement for which the direct contract price is greater than $5,000. Must be submitted prior to scheduling the first inspection.
• Site Plan (2 copies/sets): Site plan to clearly show all the dimensions of the pool deck. setbacks shall be shown with dimensions.
• Drawings/Plans/Engineering (2 copies/sets): Site specific drawings. Must be wet seal if applying for a permit through our office. Digitally signed and sealed engineered plans for contractors using our online portal.
• Installation Instructions from Manufacturer for Above Ground Pools (2 copies/sets) Above ground greater than 24" in depth requires submittal of manufacturer's installation instructions for the pool and the ladder showing that the ladder or steps are capable of being secured, locked or removed to prevent access R4501.17.1.10.
• Pool Ladder or Steps Documentation for Above Ground Pools (2 copies/sets): Documentation that the ladder or steps are capable of being secured, locked or removed to prevent access R450.1.17.1.1 through R4501.17.1.10.
• Barrier Documentation for Above Ground Pools (2 copies/sets): Above ground pools greater than 24" but less than 48" requires submittal of barrier documentation conforming to R4501.17.1.1 through R4501.17.1.10
• Subcontractor Worksheet (1 original or 1 copy): Form must be submitted prior to permit issuance if contractor is hiring subcontractors to perform any electric, mechanical, plumbing or roofing.
• Affidavit for Accessory Structures (1 original signed)
• Owner-Builder Permit Information: Please read this information about what and who may qualify for an Owner-Builder permit. An Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement Form must be completed.
• Owner-Builder Disclosure Statement (1 original, personally signed at the permit counter): Eligible Owner-Builders must complete this form in person at the time of application. Required by Florida law in order to be exempt from having to be a licensed contractor (sale, rental or lease of the property is prohibited for 1 year from permit completion).

Fees

• Building Flat Fee: $200
• Surcharge: $5 if Valuation is less than $50,000. If Valuation is $50,000 or more, the Surcharge = 0.025 x Building Fee

• Zoning Review: $22
• Right-Of-Way Review: $90

Note: Payments by check should be made payable to either "CCBCC" or Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners. Payments are also accepted by Mastercard or Visa credit or debit cards.

Licenses Authorized For This Permit Type

• Owner-Builder: Shall not lease, rent or sell the property for one (1) year from permit completion.
• Certified General: Must subcontract all aspects.
• Certified Swimming Pool Class A
• Certified Swimming Pool Class B
• Registered General: Must subcontract all aspects
• Registered Swimming Pool Class A
• Registered Swimming pool Class B

Department Reviews

• Intake/Sufficiency: A review of the application, and its required documents to verify completeness for acceptance and payment of initial fees.
• Building: A review of the proposed work to ensure that the structure will be in compliance with the applicable structural requirements of the Florida Building Code. This also includes wind loads and flood loads.
• Right-of-Way: A review the proposed work for impacts to the county right-of-way (ROW) and/or easements and determine what, if any, inspections will be required.
• Zoning: A review the proposed work for compliance with the land development regulations. This includes zoning, setbacks and any other regulations pertaining to the location and type of structure.
• Permit Issuance: At this point, work may commence. The applicant will receive an approved copy of the permit package, and an Inspection Card to be posted at the site.

Typical Inspections

• Footer (230): Required when separate concrete footings are poured. The inspection should be made after the trenches have been dug and reinforcing steel is in place and made prior to actually pouring the concrete.
• Pool Deck (213)
• Pool Final (930)
• Pool Safety and Electric (929)
• Pool Steel (214)
• ROW Final (985)
• Zoning Final (965)