Outdoor pools & hot tubs/spas

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Is a permit required?

A development permit may be required.

Refer to development permits for a list of requirements and exemptions.

Yes, a building permit is required.

All outdoor pools, hot tubs/spas and any other structure that can hold 600 mm (2'-0") or more of water need a building permit per the Winnipeg Building By-law.

Seasonal pools and hot tubs/spas don’t need a building permit. But they must meet Winnipeg Building By-law fencing requirements and other applicable codes, standards and bylaws. A seasonal pool is a private pool that you set up and use during certain times of the year or for a short period of time. It can be taken apart or moved without needing special equipment or heavy machinery.

Construction information

Pools and hot tubs/spas

Application requirements

Review the development and building permit process to help navigate application requirements.

Before applying for a building permit:

confirm development permit and other supporting approval requirements
Note: New outdoor pools and hot tubs/spas in new greenfield subdivisions with prior development agreements on title don’t need prior development permit approval if submitted at the same time as the new house application. The development permit will be processed under one combined development/building permit application.

To apply for a building permit, refer to the permit application for required documentation.

Related permits

Electrical installations
Note: A separate electrical permit is required for all outdoor pools and hot tubs/spas.
Plumbing installations
Decks
Development permits

How to apply

Ensure you have all required documentation before applying.

Apply online

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Development permits

Building permits

Apply in person

Zoning & Permits office
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Unit 31-30 Fort Street

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