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Garage Sale Permit

***NO BUILDING PERMITS WILL BE ISSUED IN AN EASEMENT***

***These examples are meant as general guidelines and are subject to final approval by staff.***

What you need:
1. Plat of Survey or Site Plan
   Cost of Permit: Free (above-ground)

2. Proof of proper fencing

Information on Permits

1.Both in-ground and above ground pools with a capacity for containing water
over 24 inches in depth or with a capacity of over 100 cubic feet require a permit.

2.Permit fees for above-ground pools are waived.

3.In-ground pools require building and electrical permits, including fees.

4. Both in-ground and above-ground pools (inclusive of attached deck and patio surfaces) are subject to the setback requirements as presented on the example plat of survey.

Important Information

• Pools are not allowed in Public Utility Easements.
• Pools cannot be under or over any utility lines.
• Pools can be placed within 3 ft. of a property line, provided that there are no easements.
• Pools are strictly prohibited in side yards and front yards.
• Attached decks/patios are prohibited in any Public Utility Easement.
• It is recommended that pools should be located a minimum of 6 ft. from the house.
• All structures (excluding driveways, sidewalks, pools, decks/patios, & fences) on a lot must cover no more than 30% of the total lot area.
• Whenever a project requires digging please contact JULIE, in advance, at: 1-800-892-0123, to mark underground utility lines.

Fencing Requirements
For controlled access to a pool, the following is required:

The yard (or pool) for both in-ground and above ground pools with a capacity for containing water over 24 inches in depth or with a capacity of over 100 cubic feet must be enclosed with a fence that is at least 4 ft. high.

For above-ground pools at least 4 feet in height, a railing along the entire top of the pool with a lockable ladder/gate is an acceptable alternative.

  Sec. 8-482.  Fencing required.

All persons owning or possessing or having control of a family swimming pool or   a portable family swimming pool shall enclose said pool, or the entire lot where said pool is located, with a fence or wall of a minimum height of four (4) feet in such a manner as to prevent uncontrolled access by children from public areas or from adjacent lots.

(Ord. No. 5347, § 2, 8-5-69; Ord. No. 7456, § 9, 1-6-81)

    Sec. 8-483.  Proof of contract for fencing prerequisite to issuance of permit.

The building inspector shall require proof of a contract for the supply and/or erection of any fence required by section 8-482 of this article prior to granting any building permits for the construction or erection of a family swimming pool or a portable family swimming pool.

(Ord. No. 5347, § 4, 8-5-69; Ord. No. 7456, § 9, 1-6-81)

Examples
1. Pool Layout
2. Pool Layout on Corner Lot

***Note: At two intersecting streets, alleys, and driveways, there are additional requirements that must be met to protect the visibility of automotive traffic, cyclists, and pedestrians.