Do I need a building permit?
You need a building permit for new pools and spas capable of containing water exceeding 30cm deep. This also applies to indoor pools and above-ground pools.
Find out more on the Building permit application page or call us on 9205 5555.
Do I need to have a safety barrier?
You need a childproof safety barrier for all pools and spas containing water exceeding 30cm deep. You will need a building permit for the construction of these barriers.
The safety barrier must have a self-closing gate with a self-latching device located at least 1.5m above the ground.
It is your responsibility to maintain safety barriers on your pool or spa.
More information can be found at the Victoria Building Authority's website and Royal Life Saving Australia's website.
How do I register a pool or spa?
If you own a property in Yarra with a pool or spa, you need to register it with us and have the safety barrier inspected by a licenced building surveyor or inspector.
Visit our pool and spa registration page to learn more.
Pool and spa registration
Do I need a building permit?
You need a building permit for new pools and spas capable of containing water exceeding 30cm deep. This also applies to indoor pools and above-ground pools.
Find out more on the Building permit application page or call us on 9205 5555.
Do I need to have a safety barrier?
You need a childproof safety barrier for all pools and spas containing water exceeding 30cm deep. You will need a building permit for the construction of these barriers.
The safety barrier must have a self-closing gate with a self-latching device located at least 1.5m above the ground.
It is your responsibility to maintain safety barriers on your pool or spa.
More information can be found at the Victoria Building Authority's website and Royal Life Saving Australia's website.
How do I register a pool or spa?
If you own a property in Yarra with a pool or spa, you need to register it with us and have the safety barrier inspected by a licenced building surveyor or inspector.
Visit our pool and spa registration page to learn more.
Pool and spa registration
