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Residential Pool / Spa Permit in Peoria, Arizona

A permit is required for swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs in Peoria. Applications are submitted online at devservices.peoriaaz.gov using the 402 – Swimming Pool/Spa Permit Application. A separate permit is required for gas lines and subpanels exceeding 40 amps serving the pool. Pool and spa barrier requirements must be met at final inspection. Permit fees are a flat rate of $345 for pools/spas/hot tubs, plus $87 for the plot plan review. Plan review turnaround is 5 business days (1st submittal).

Verified 2026-07-16 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Submit online at devservices.peoriaaz.gov with a completed 402 – Swimming Pool/Spa Permit Application
  • A separate permit is required for gas lines and subpanels exceeding 40 amps
  • Provide panel schedules and load calculations for pool/spa submittals that include de-rated panels for solar installation
  • Pool and spa barrier must comply with the 2018 International Fire Code / 2018 IRC pool barrier requirements; barrier must meet one of the following: City-approved pool fence; self-closing/self-latching doors and windows with direct access to pool with latching devices at 54" above floor; window openings restricted to no more than 4" as an alternative (except bedroom egress windows); motorized pool cover; or above-ground pool with secured ladder/barrier
  • Each owner must reconstruct and repair any masonry screen walls removed for pool installation consistent with the existing wall design, texture, color, and height
  • Age-restricted communities (55+) with no children under 6: may provide a pool owner's declaration in lieu of standard barriers

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Fee schedule

Swimming pool, spa, and hot tub permit — flat ratePeoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025 — 'Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Permit: $345'.
$345
Review of swimming pool plot planPeoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025 — 'Review of Swimming Pool Plot Plan: $87'.
$87
Re-inspection feePeoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025.
$230 per re-inspection

Review timeline

Plan reviewPeoria’s published plan-review target
5–5 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Pre-deck / Shell

    Pool shell, bonding/grounding, and plumbing inspected before deck is poured per the 2018 IRC and IPC

  2. 2

    Final / Barrier

    Final inspection including pool barrier compliance; screen walls repaired per original design; all electrical, gas, and mechanical serving the pool complete.

See the full Peoria inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • The pool/spa permit fee in Peoria is a flat $345, plus an $87 plot plan review fee — total $432 for a typical pool submittal.
  • A separate permit is required for gas lines and subpanels exceeding 40 amps serving the pool — submit a 400M application.
  • Screen/masonry walls removed during pool installation must be reconstructed consistent with the original design, texture, color, and height.
  • Pool and spa barrier selection must be declared on the 402 application; age-restricted communities (55+) with no children under 6 may use the owner declaration option.

Frequently asked questions

Peoria requires a residential pool / spa permit for: Submit online at devservices.peoriaaz.gov with a completed 402 – Swimming Pool/Spa Permit Application; A separate permit is required for gas lines and subpanels exceeding 40 amps; Provide panel schedules and load calculations for pool/spa submittals that include de-rated panels for solar installation; Pool and spa barrier must comply with the 2018 International Fire Code / 2018 IRC pool barrier requirements; barrier must meet one of the following: City-approved pool fence; self-closing/self-latching doors and windows with direct access to pool with latching devices at 54" above floor; window openings restricted to no more than 4" as an alternative (except bedroom egress windows); motorized pool cover; or above-ground pool with secured ladder/barrier; Each owner must reconstruct and repair any masonry screen walls removed for pool installation consistent with the existing wall design, texture, color, and height; Age-restricted communities (55+) with no children under 6: may provide a pool owner's declaration in lieu of standard barriers. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Peoria Development & Engineering Department — Building Development at 623-773-7225 before starting work.

The swimming pool, spa, and hot tub permit flat fee is $345, plus an $87 swimming pool plot plan review fee, for a typical total of $432. A separate permit is required for gas lines and subpanels over 40 amps. Source: Peoria Development Fee Schedule, Rev. 9/2025.

Peoria's published plan-review target for a residential pool / spa permit is 5–5 business days.

You'll need: 402 – Swimming Pool/Spa Permit Application (Handout 402). Depending on your project, Peoria may also ask for: 510 – Pool and Spa Barrier (Handout 510). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Peoria requires 2 inspection(s) for a residential pool / spa permit, in order: Pre-deck / Shell, Final / Barrier. Schedule each through City of Peoria Development & Engineering Department — Building Development (623-773-7225).

Apply through City of Peoria Development & Engineering Department — Building Development at 9875 N. 85th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345. Phone: 623-773-7225, email: building.applications@peoriaaz.gov. Office hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM (closed Fridays and holidays); Building inspectors available Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Official information: https://www.peoriaaz.gov/business/development-services/plan-review-and-permits.

Peoria, Arizona has adopted: 2018 International Building Code (IBC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Residential Code (IRC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Plumbing Code (IPC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2018 International Fire Code (IFC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC), with City of Peoria amendments — adopted per Ordinance 2019-12; 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Accessible Guidelines (ADAAG) — referenced for applicable projects; 2010 NFPA 13D — residential fire sprinkler systems (referenced in custom home requirements). Local amendments apply — see the Peoria overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

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Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Peoria building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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