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Water Recreation - Construction, Remodeling, Renov

Back to Water Recreation - Public Swimming Pools & Spas

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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