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Outdoor pools & hot tubs/spas

Is a permit required?

Yes, a development permit may be required.

Outdoor pools, hot tubs/spas and any other structure capable of containing 600 mm (2’0”) or more of water do not require a development permit. They must comply with zoning regulations for property line setbacks. A development permit is required if the structure is located next to a storm water retention basin or is in the Designated Floodway Fringe Area. Zoning and development permit approval must be obtained before building permit application.

Yes, a building permit is required.

All outdoor pools, hot tubs/spas and any other structure capable of containing 600 mm (2’-0”) or more of water requires a building permit as per the Winnipeg Building By-law.

Seasonal pools and hot tubs/spas do not require a building permit, but must meet the Winnipeg Building By-law fencing requirements and other applicable codes, standards and bylaws. A "seasonal pool" is a private pool that is:

  • designed and intended to be erected and used seasonally or temporarily only
  • easily disassembled or moved without the use of specialized equipment or heavy machinery

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Construction information

Application requirements

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

Before applying for a building permit:

  • ensure you have obtained prerequisite zoning and development permit approval, if required
    Note: New outdoor pools and hot tubs/spas in new greenfield subdivisions with prior development agreements on title do not require prerequisite development permit approval if submitted at the same time as the new home application. In this case, your development permit will be processed as part of your combined development/building permit application.

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

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How to apply

Ensure you have all required documentation before applying.

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8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Unit 31-30 Fort Street

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