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PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Water Recreation - Construction, Remodeling, Renov
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Water recreation facility plan reviews
and pre-occupancy inspections ensure compliance with the Washington State Water
Recreation Facility Regulations (Chapter 246-260 WAC). All public and
semi-public water recreation facilities in Spokane County must submit plans and
specifications to the Health District for approval before new construction,
remodeling or changes in equipment. Remodeling is not just limited to
the pool itself, but also includes locker rooms, barriers, pump rooms, etc. that
impact the pool/pool area. Even a project such as repainting the pool requires
approval from the Health District to ensure the color, striping, depth
markings, etc. meet code, Equipment changes include changing out equipment in
the pump room (pumps, filters, etc.), in addition to equipment changes in the
pool (e.g., main drain grates, hand rails, etc.). All these changes require
approval from the Health District. If unsure whether or not a project requires
plan review, contact the Water Recreation Program at (509) 324-1560, ext. 4.
Project submittals will not be reviewed
for compliance with the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. They
will be reviewed for compliance with Chapter 246-260 WAC. The federal agency
responsible for implementation and enforcement of the Virginia Graeme Baker
Pool and Spa Safety Act is the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Because
state and federal laws have different regulatory requirements, compliance with
Washington State regulations does not constitute compliance with the federal
Act. Facilities must comply with the minimum requirements of both state and
federal law.
The Health District may conduct
pre-occupancy inspections during and/or at the completion of the project in
order to verify construction was completed per the approved plans. The approval
letter for each proposed project will provide more specific pre-occupancy
inspection information.
Program
Fees and Regulations
Plan
Review Instructions and Required Submittal Checklists
Other
Agency Approvals
Spokane
Regional Health District is not the only agency required to issue approval for
water recreation facilities. The
specific agencies involved vary depending upon your location and type of
project.
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