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Inspections you need when installing a new pool

As part of your building consent requirements, you will need to have your pool barrier checked for compliance.

Check compliance of your new pool and pool barrier

You will need to book an inspection to check if your new pool and/or pool barrier complies. This can be done after the barrier has been installed or as part of the final pool inspection for Code Compliance Certificate.

This is the process for inspecting new pools and pool barriers. There is a separate process for inspecting existing pool barriers.

Homeowners, tenants, landlords and property managers carry joint responsibility for pool safety. Make sure the pool is always secure and ensure safety through regular maintenance of fences and gates.

Ensure your pool is registered

All residential swimming pools must be registered with us. This includes some small heated and temporary pools.

For more information, see Register a new or existing pool.

How to book a pool or pool barrier inspection

You can book online or over the phone.

 Online

​Have the following information ready:
  • address for inspection
  • building consent number (this is a unique number given to each building consent)
  • name and contact number of person who will be on site.
Book an inspection for a new pool

 By phone

​Phone us on 09 301 0101 and have the following information ready:
  • address for inspection
  • building consent number (this is a unique number given to each building consent)
  • type of inspection you need
  • name and contact number of person who will be on site.

How many inspections you need

This depends of the type of pool and pool barrier.

The most common inspections are:

  • foundation inspection (IFO) - for excavated land and where the pool located
  • concrete (ICB) - for reinforcing steel of the pool wall
  • final inspection (IF1) - this will also include the barrier inspection.

We can issue a 'Notice to fix' for a non-complying pool or pool barrier.

When you can start to use your new pool

You can start using your newly built pool after it passes the final inspection.

Check a new pool inspection's status

If you booked an inspection online, you can check if your new pool passed or failed the inspection, or is waiting on a decision.

Check new pool inspection status

Our tip

Once all the work is completed and the pool and pool barrier have passed the final inspection, it is your responsibility to apply for a Code Compliance Certificate (CCC).

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