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An As-Built Certificate (ABC) is required for pools that are built in the floodplain.

Schedule Onilne
Schedule by Phone
What You Need

Schedule Onilne

Once the permit has been paid for and all post permit documents have been approved, complete the inspection request form entering the required information and submit it using Inspection Forms. All site, storm water quality, on-site sewerage facilities and Right-of-Way inspections must be passed and a permanent power released.

Schedule by Phone

Once the permit has been paid for and all post permit documents have been approved, schedule the inspection via phone by calling (713) 274-3900.

What You Need

Inspection Requirements
Residential plans for pools in the floodplain will be reviewed in the field by Harris County Inspections. An inspection is not required for pools that are not in the floodplain.

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Contact

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Residential Plan Review Group Phone
(713) 274-3920
Email Residential Plan Review Group

Permits Main Phone
(713) 274-3900

About
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After Approval

About

This application is for the construction of a residential swimming pool in a single-family home or duplex. This is not for above ground pools or spas, and plan approval is required.

Additional Resources

All excavated fill material must be removed from the site or must be permitted in compliance with the Harris County Floodplain Regulations.

After Approval

An As-Built Certificate (ABC) is required for pools that are built in the floodplain.

Submit Plans
What You Need to Know

Submit Plans

Plan Review Requirements

  • Submit site plans
  • Submit a pool electric disconnect drawing or residential/swimming pool application

What You Need to Know

To begin a swimming pool plan review, you will need to do the following:

  • In Floodplain
    • Complete a residential/swimming pool permit application
    • Submit a site plan
    • Submit a pool electric disconnect drawing
  • Outside the Floodplain
    • Submit site plan
    • Submit residential/swimming pool application

    Processing Time

    10 Business Days

    Administrative Fee
    Plan Review

    Required

    Renewal

    Not Required

    Inspection
    Required
    Valid Period

    6 Months

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