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Reminder: Pool applications are now available and are due by end of business day on February 28th to avoid late penalties.To find your application click HERE.
Public swimming pools are subject to State and Local Rules and Regulations. Each year, public swimming pools must renew their permits to operate and be inspected by Environmental Health staff. Information and resources regarding local and state public swimming pool requirements are provided below.
The Mecklenburg County Health Ordinance also requires approval to construct a residential swimming pool
Need A Document? Applications, Permits, PDSC Forms
Pre-Inspection Checklist?
2022 Inspector Assignment List2022 Inspector Assignment List *please use Chrome, Safari, or Mozilla Firefox to open* Instructions for Completing an Operation Permit Application 2022
Instructions for Scheduling an Inspection 2022
2022 Pool Operator's Meeting Slides
*new2022 Virtual Pool Operator Meeting Video
Printing Applications and Permits
How To Request a Re-Inspection
*new Pool Drain Suction Compliance Form - 2022
Pump Identification 2022
VGB Approved Drain Covers and Equalizer Covers - 2022
Expiring Covers - Pool Drain Suction Compliance Report
PDSC Forms - Instructional Guide
Disabling Skimmer Equalizer - Position Statement
Swimming Pool Permit Checklist *new (EnglishSpanish)
Wading Pool Permit Checklist *new (English Spanish)
Spa Permit Checklist *new (EnglishSpanish)
Water Recreational Attractions Permit Checklist *new (EnglishSpanish)
Pool Barrier Guidance
Record Keeping Log
Master Swimming Pool List (Coming Soon)
Required Ring Buoy Rope Length Report
NC Public Swimming Pool Rules
Fence and Gate Checklist for Operators (English)
Public Pool Plan Review and Construction
In-Field Plan Review Process
Plan Review Applications: *newIn-Field Plan Review- Equipment 2022 In-Field Plan Review - General
New Construction Field Checklists: *new Swimming PoolSpa Wading Pool
How to Schedule a Construction Final
Application for Operation Permit- New Construction Only
Re-Inspection Requests - New Construction*newFence and Gate Guide Formal Appeal Information
Guidance regarding electrical safety during pool inspectionsPool Night Lighting Documentation FormGuidance regarding the use of amenities within the pool fence areaGuidance regarding pool night lighting documentationGuidance for variable speed pumps
Virginia Graeme Baker Act - and new pool drain safety rules
Mecklenburg County Rules Governing Public Swimming Pools - 2019
NC Rules Governing Public Swimming Pools
Lifeguard Variance Form
Review Public Pool Inspections
Responding to Fecal Accidents
CDC Guidelines for Responding to Fecal Incidents
CDC Fecal Incident Response Chart
Injury Reporting Requirements to Mecklenburg County
NC Public Swimming Pool Program
We strive to provide great customer service. If you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Daniel Ortiz | Environmental Health Director | P: 980-314-1636 | E: Daniel.Ortiz@mecklenburgcountync.gov
Jeremy Michael | Environmental Health Manager- Groundwater & Wastewater Services, Pools & Environmental Health Services | P: 980-314-1642 | E: Jeremy.Michael@mecklenburgcountync.gov
Tim Dutcher | Environmental Health Supervisor - Pools and Environmental Health Services | P: 980- 314-1631 | tim.dutcher@mecklenburgcountync.gov
Katie Rudisill | Senior Environmental Health Specialist - Commercial Swimming Pools and Construction | P: 704- 309-5494 | katie.rudisill@mecklenburgcountync.gov
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