Residential Swimming Pool / Spa Permit in Tempe, Arizona
A permit is required for new residential swimming pools and spas in Tempe under the 2018 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) with Tempe amendments. The flat fee for a new residential swimming pool is $489 (Table 2-A, effective July 1, 2025), which includes the plan review fee. All applications are submitted through the Tempe Citizen Access Portal.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- New residential swimming pool permit required; comply with 2018 ISPSC with Tempe amendments
- Apply electronically through the Tempe Citizen Access Portal (epermits.tempe.gov/CitizenAccess/Default.aspx)
- Contractor Affidavit required
- A Pool Elevation Waiver is available for applicable projects (see Inspections page)
Required documents
- Req
Contractor Affidavit
State of Arizona legal requirement per AZ Department of Revenue
- Opt
Pool Elevation Waiver
Available on the Inspections page for applicable projects
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Residential Swimming Pool Permit — flat fee (Table 2-A, effective July 1, 2025) | $489 (includes plan review) | Table 2-A — Building Permit Flat Fees: 'NEW RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOL PERMIT — $489 *Includes Plan Review fee.' Effective July 1, 2025. Source: Table 2-A (library.municode.com/az/tempe/codes/city_code?nodeId=APXASCFECH_TA2UIPEFLFE). |
Review timeline
~3–15 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Tempe building department
Inspection process
- 1
Pre-deck / structural (before covering)
Pool shell, bonding/grounding, and plumbing inspected before the deck is poured; must be approved by the inspector before proceeding.
- 2
Final / barrier
Final pool inspection including pool barrier/enclosure compliance per 2018 ISPSC with Tempe amendments.
Tips
- The flat $489 Table 2-A fee covers both the permit and plan review for a new residential pool.
- A Pool Elevation Waiver is available for applicable projects — see the Tempe Inspections page.
- Pool barrier requirements apply per the 2018 ISPSC with Tempe amendments.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a pool permit cost in Tempe?
- The Table 2-A flat fee for a new residential swimming pool permit is $489 (includes plan review), effective July 1, 2025. Source: Table 2-A — Building Permit Flat Fees (library.municode.com/az/tempe/codes/city_code?nodeId=APXASCFECH_TA2UIPEFLFE).
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- City of Tempe Community Development Department — Building Safety Division / Permit Center — official building department
- Fees | City of Tempe Building Safety
- Table 2-A Building Permit Flat Fees (2025–2026) — Pool $489 | Tempe City Code Appendix (Municode)
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 Tempe building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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