A building permit is required prior to construction of all above ground and in-ground swimming pools, hot tubs and similar structures that contain more than 1.5 feet of water that are built in The City of Irvine. Portable spas that simply plug in may not require a pool and tub permit, though they may require an electrical permit.
Once a complete set of plans and Engineer calculations are reviewed and approved by our Building & Safety Plan Checker, the applicant has to present a receipt of payment to the Irvine Ranch Water District Sewer for a Tap fee, a pool and tub permit will be issued.
The cost of the permit is fees based on the square footage of the construction. Additional permits, such as electrical and plumbing permits, may be required before issuance of a Building permit. If this is the case, The Building & Safety department will contact you to inform you of what you will need to do.
For more information about swimming pool and hot tub permits and fees, contact Building & Safety Department at 949-724-6311.
City of Irvine 1 Civic Center Plaza Irvine, CA 92606-5207 Phone: 949-724-6000 Hours of Operation:
Mon.- Thur. 7:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
