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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
Current Residential Swimming Pool Rules
Proposed Revisions to Residential Swimming Pool Rules
Need an Application or Permit?
Pre-Inspection Checklist?
Inspector Assignment List 2020 (Coming Soon)
Instructions for Completing an Operation Permit Application 2020
Instructions for Scheduling an Inspection 2020
Printing Applications and Permits
How To Request a Re-Inspection
Pool Drain Suction Compliance Form- 2020
Pump Identification with Pump Curves- 2020
VGB Approved Drain Covers and Equalizer Covers - 2020
Expiring Covers 2020 - Pool Drain Suction Compliance Report
PDSC Information - All Pools Master List 2020
PDSC Forms - Instructional Guide
Disabling Skimmer Equalizer - Position Statement
Swimming Pool Permit Checklist (EnglishSpanish)
Wading Pool Permit Checklist (EnglishSpanish)
Spa Permit Checklist (EnglishSpanish)
Water Recreational Attractions Permit Checklist (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 (EnglishSpanish)
Public Pool Plan Review and Construction
In-Field Plan Review Process
Plan Review Applications: In Field Plan Review - Equipment In Field Plan Review - General
New Construction Field Checklists: Swimming PoolSpa Wading Pool
How to Schedule a Construction Final
Application for Operation Permit - New Construction Only
Re-Inspection Requests - New Construction
Fence and Gate Guide for New Construction - ContractorsFormal 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 documentation
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
Behind the scenes VIDEO of a pool inspection
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
Lauren Coles | Environmental Health Supervisor - Plan Review | P: 980-314-1667| E: Lauren.Coles@mecklenburgcountync.gov
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