What are the swimming pool regulations within the City of Lockport?
All swimming pools with a designed height of 24 inches or deeper are required to have a permit. These pools are also required to have a safety barrier (fence) with a minimum height of 4 feet completely around the pool, and have a self-closing, self-locking gate. Also, if the pool is provided a filter, the filter must have a UL label, and proper electric service is required. No extension cords are allowed. Please see the Above Ground (PDF) and In-Ground (PDF) permit applications for more information.

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1. When is a Building Permit required?
2. When is a Building Permit not required?
3. Who is responsible for obtaining a permit?
4. What is the processing time for a permit?
5. What type of payment do you accept?
6. How can I find my plat of survey?
7. What codes does the City of Lockport follow?
8. How long is a permit valid?
9. How can I be sure the contractor I have chosen is trustworthy?
10. Are contractors required to register with the Building Department?
11. What hours are contractors permitted to work?
12. I am a homeowner, can I complete work on my own home?
13. What is J.U.L.I.E. and what is the number?
14. What are the swimming pool regulations within the City of Lockport?
15. Why is a street bond required for my project?