Residential Pool Permit in Nampa, Idaho
Required for in-ground and above-ground swimming pools on residential properties in Nampa when the pool exceeds 48 inches in depth or 5,000 gallons. Prefabricated above-ground pools less than 48 inches deep and under 5,000 gallons accessory to an R-3 occupancy are exempt from permit requirements.
Verified 2026-06-29 · Source
When you need this permit
- In-ground swimming pools require a building permit
- Above-ground pools exceeding 48 inches in depth or 5,000 gallons require a permit
- Prefabricated above-ground pools less than 48 inches deep, under 5,000 gallons, installed entirely above ground, accessory to R-3 — exempt
- Electrical work for pool bonding and pump requires a separate electrical permit
- Fencing around pool required per IRC
Required documents
- Req
Residential Pool Permit Application & Checklist (Oct 2024)
Nampa's dedicated pool permit application; available at cityofnampa.us/DocumentCenter/View/18794
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pool permit — building permit (valuation-based) | Per Exhibit A valuation table; plan review is 65% of permit fee | Nampa Exhibit A Schedule of Permit Fees (Dec 2021) |
| Reinspection (after first reinspection for same item) | $55.00 flat fee | — |
Review timeline
7–7 business days
Nampa’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Excavation / Pre-Pour
Verify pool shell dimensions, rebar, bonding grid before gunite or concrete
- 2
Plumbing / Electrical Rough-In
Verify pump, filter, bonding, and GFCI protection before backfill
- 3
Final
Completed pool with required fencing, bonding complete, equipment operational
Tips
- Nampa's plan review target for residential pools is 7 working days per the published Plan Review Processing Time Frames (Aug 2024).
- Small prefabricated above-ground pools (under 48 inches deep, under 5,000 gallons, above ground only) are exempt from a building permit — but bonding and 120V electrical connections still require an electrical permit.
- Pool fencing is required by code — factor in fence permit requirements.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit for an above-ground pool in Nampa?
- It depends on the size. Prefabricated above-ground pools less than 48 inches deep, under 5,000 gallons, and installed entirely above ground accessory to a single-family home are exempt from a building permit per Nampa's adopted code. Larger above-ground pools require a permit. Any electrical connections require an electrical permit.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-29.
- Nampa Building Safety & Code Department — official building department
- Residential Pool Permit Application & Checklist (Oct 2024)
- Commercial FAQ — Work exempt from permit | City of Nampa
- Plan Review Processing Time Frames (Aug 14, 2024)
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 Nampa building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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