Small above-ground pools and spas require a zoning permit (and possibly electric and plumbing) as well as a fence permit and a grading permit. The type of permit you need is determined by the type of pool or spa you are installing. The installation of any swimming pool, including in-ground, above-ground or on-ground pool, hot tub or spa and pool fence require permits. All pools, filters, heaters or any facilities incidental thereto shall be not less than 25 feet from all side and rear property lines, except that such distance shall be reduced to fifteen feet in 'C' and 'CD' Residential Districts. General zoning requirements for swimming pools is that they shall be constructed in accordance with applicable Township ordinances and shall not be located in front yards. You are encouraged to contact the Zoning Officer before you finalize your plans to make sure that the project meets the minimum zoning requirements and does not encroach on easements or required side, front, or rear yard area. When you apply for a building permit, the application is automatically sent to the Zoning Officer for review. The zoning district specifies the permitted land uses, such as residential, commercial, or industrial, and the minimum distances or set back requirements from the property lines for buildings, accessory structures, and fences, as well as maximum height restrictions. Each property in Lower Gwynedd Township is part of a designated zoning district.

CHECKLISTīefore a permit can be issued for a pool it must comply with the applicable zoning requirements. See our residential permit page and our non-residential permit for more information on permit applications and what you need to include when you submit! Also check out the checklists provided below. Structural steel, poured concrete, engineered truss.Fire suppression, fire prevention, fire alarm.Footing and foundation pre-pour (forms in place before concrete is poured).Any plumbing, electrical or mechanical work, other than changing fixtures.The provisions of the Lower Gwynedd Township Code of Ordinances and the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code control the requirements for building permits.Ĭommon residential projects needing permits include (this is not an exhaustive list): This includes accessory buildings such as pools, garages or carports, decks (over 30 inches off of the ground), etc. A building permit is required to erect, construct, enlarge, add to, alter, repair, replace, improve, remove, install, or maintain any structure or building.

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