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Last reviewed: Thu, 06 Oct 2011

Swimming, spa pools and associated fences

To apply for a building consent for a new above ground or in-ground pool or spa and/or associated fencing, please complete the appropriate application form and checksheet.

For fencing only and new above ground pool or spa

Application for building consent for specific small works (Form B-001):

For new in-ground pools

Application for PIM/building consent (Form B-002):

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Existing fence inspections

The Pool Fencing Guide [PDF 223KB] explains in detail what the legal requirements of fencing a swimming pool or spa are.

To determine whether your existing pool fence complies with the requirements of the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987, please apply for a site inspection using the Application for an inspection of a pool/spa fence (Form SP3) [PDF 32KB].

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Special exemptions

If any aspect of your proposal does not comply with the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987, your only option is to complete the Application form for special exemption (SP5) [PDF 133KB].

Please note that special exemptions will only be granted where the risk to young children will not be increased.

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Fees

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Other useful information

For further advice, contact a Building Consent Office or Duty Planner:
Phone: (03) 941 8999
Email: .

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Authorising Unit: Environmental Policy and Approvals

Last reviewed: Thursday, October 06, 2011

Next review: Saturday, October 06, 2012

Keywords: fence waterway piping children danger child cover, swimming pools

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