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WATER RECREATION – PUBLIC SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS
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 or changing the pool liner 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 covers, hand rails, etc.). All these changes require approval from the Health District before proceeding with the project. If unsure whether or not a project requires plan review, contact the Water Recreation Program at (509) 324-1560, ext. 4.
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Project submittals that involve changes to piping or suction outlets will be reviewed for compliance with the recently revised Washington State regulations (Chapter 246-260 WAC), which now include the technical design standards of the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGB).
If any modifications to your pool are planned or anticipated in order to comply with the federal Act, SRHD must review the proposal in order to verify that it also meets the revised Washington State regulations (Chapter 246-260 WAC). If in compliance with state regulations, SRHD will issue approval for the modifications. Approval must be received from SRHD before proceeding with your project. |
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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