[HISTORY: Adopted by the Common Council of the City of Muskego 7-14-1992 by Ord. No.
758 (§§ 12.14 and 12.16 of the 1964
Code). Amendments noted where applicable.]
The following types of pools require a permit under this chapter:
A.
Aboveground pools with a depth of 24 inches or more or a diameter
of more than 10 feet.
B.
Spas and hot tubs.
C.
In-ground pools.
D.
Public pools. All public pools shall be built and maintained in accordance
with the rules of the State Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer
Protection, Ch. ATCP 76, Wis. Adm. Code.
[Amended 4-6-2000 by Ord. No. 1020]
A.
The following permits are required:[1]
(1)
Registration
or construction permit.
(2)
Electrical
permit. Required for spas/pools with electrical equipment. When required,
a licensed electrician must take out the permit.
(3)
Plumbing
permit. Required for spas/pools, filters and pumps requiring plumbing
connection or water supply lines. When required, a licensed plumber
must take out the permit.
B.
The fees for permits required by this chapter shall be as from time
to time established by resolution of the Common Council and listed
in Table 1.[2] Such resolution shall remain on file with the Clerk-Treasurer
and in the office of the Building Inspector.
[2]
Editor's Note: Table 1 is on file at the Public Works and
Development Department.
The application for a pool permit shall include the following:
A.
Survey or accurate drawing of the property, showing all existing
structures, proposed pool location, fencing if required, and location
of any underground or overhead utilities.
B.
Architectural approval from homeowners' association, or developer,
if applicable.
C.
Brochure showing the type, style, etc., of the pool to be installed.
D.
Location of well, if applicable.
E.
Waukesha County Health Department approval for properties served
by a private septic system.
F.
Pool height above highest point of grade (aboveground pools only).
G.
Type and height of fence, if proposed, showing gate and latch details,
or other method used to prevent unauthorized access.
H.
Show any changes in finish grade around pool.
I.
Proof of site inspection by Digger's Hotline.
J.
If constructing a deck, information regarding material type, component
size and spacing, as well as railing details, shall be submitted.
All construction shall meet requirements of Wisconsin Uniform Building
Code § 30.30.
[Amended 2-4-2010 by Ord. No. 1309]
A.
In-ground pools shall be completely fenced, before filling, by a
permanent, sturdy fence, not less than four feet nor more than six
feet in height. Access to any such pool shall be through a gate or
gates in the fence, equipped with a lock or self-closing, self-latching
device placed at a minimum height of three feet above the ground.
B.
Aboveground pools having a height of less than 3 1/2 feet (42
inches) above ground at any portion of the pool side wall are required
to be fenced the same as in-ground pools. When fencing is required,
it shall be installed to extend a minimum of five feet beyond any
area less than 42 inches high.
C.
When the height of a pool side wall is such that a fence will not
be required (42 inches or higher), all ladders, steps or other means
of access to an aboveground pool shall be removed and/or designed
to prevent access when the pool is unattended.
A.
Lighting. Lights shall be erected so as to eliminate direct rays
and minimize reflected rays of light onto adjoining properties and
roadways. Lighting installation shall be done in accordance with the
State of Wisconsin Electrical Code.
B.
Safety devices. Every swimming pool which has a capacity for water
exceeding four feet in depth at any point shall be equipped with at
least one life preserver and/or other safety devices.
C.
Electrical. Separation from overhead and underground electrical wiring
shall be in accordance with the State of Wisconsin Electrical Code
and/or local code. Required electrical wiring supplying all pools
shall be installed in accordance with Article 680 of the National
Electrical Code by an electrical contractor licensed by the State
of Wisconsin.[1]
All pools designed to keep water throughout the summer shall
be maintained in such a way as to not create a nuisance, hazard, or
eyesore or otherwise result in a substantial adverse effect on neighboring
properties, or to be in any way detrimental to public health, safety,
or welfare. Drainage or draining of any pool cannot be discharged
onto abutting property but must be absorbed into the streets or City
gutters which would then empty into the City storm system.
Equipment of circulating pumps and filters must be located so
as not to create a nuisance or a noise problem and, if necessary,
to shield or build a protective barrier.
Inspections are required, the type and timing of which will
vary depending upon the particular project in question. When applying
for a permit, inquire as to inspection information.
Any person who shall violate any provision of this chapter shall be subject to a penalty as provided in § 1-4 of this Code.
