Swimming Pool / Spa Permit in Unincorporated Clark County, Nevada
Required for installation of in-ground and above-ground swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and swim spas in unincorporated Clark County. Pool/spa inspections have their own required sequence per Clark County Code §22.02.470. Saturday inspections are available for residential pool/spa projects. Clark County also adopts the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC).
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
When you need this permit
- In-ground or above-ground pool/spa installation
- Plans must comply with 2024 IRC Chapter 3 (residential pools) or 2024 ISPSC
- Fencing/barrier enclosing pool area is required per code (minimum 48-inch barrier with self-closing/self-latching gate)
- Electrical bonding and GFCI protection required — separate electrical permit needed
- Plumbing permit required for pool plumbing and water supply
- Mechanical/gas permit required if pool heater is gas-fired
Required documents
- Req
Building Permit Application
Available via Citizen Access Portal or Application Forms page
- Req
Pool/Spa Construction Plans
Site plan showing pool location, setbacks from property lines and structures; cross-section with dimensions, depth, and structural details
- Req
Electrical Plan
Bonding diagram, GFCI locations, and pump/equipment electrical connections
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based (see Table 3-A) | Pool/spa valuation based on total construction cost. Example: $50,000 pool = $366.95 building permit fee + plan review. Trade permits (electrical, plumbing) are additional. Total estimated permit + plan review at $50,000 valuation = $869.22 per fee calculator. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $110.00 each | Table 3-I, Clark County Code §22.02.430 |
Review timeline
~14–21 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Unincorporated Clark County building department
Inspection process
- 1
Pre-Gunite / Steel / Excavation
Before gunite or shotcrete application — verify steel reinforcement, layout, and dimensions per §22.02.470
- 2
Plumbing Rough-In
Pool plumbing lines installed, pressure test before backfill
- 3
Electrical Bonding
Bonding conductors connected to all metal components — verified before plaster or decking
- 4
Barrier / Fencing
Pool barrier installed and compliant (minimum 48-inch height, self-closing/latching gate) before water is introduced
- 5
Final
All work complete — pool filled, equipment operational, safety features verified, electrical final
Tips
- Saturday inspections are specifically listed as available for residential swimming pools/spas — call (702) 455-8040 by 2 p.m. Friday.
- Video inspections are available for spa/pool inspections in eligible cases.
- Pool barrier/fencing must be installed and inspected before the pool can be filled with water.
- In the desert climate, pool covers significantly reduce water evaporation — not code-required but strongly advised.
- Nevada's pool fence law requires a minimum 48-inch barrier around the pool area — all gates must be self-closing and self-latching.
Frequently asked questions
- What inspections are required for a new pool in Clark County?
- Clark County requires a specific pool/spa inspection sequence under §22.02.470: pre-gunite (steel/excavation), plumbing rough-in, electrical bonding, barrier/fencing, and final inspection. Saturday inspections are available by calling (702) 455-8040.
- Do I need a fence around my pool in Clark County?
- Yes. Nevada state law and Clark County code require a minimum 48-inch barrier enclosing the pool area, with self-closing and self-latching gates. The barrier must be inspected and approved before the pool can be filled.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.
- Clark County Building & Fire Prevention Department — official building department
- Clark County Schedule an Inspection (Saturday inspections — pools/spas)
- Clark County Code §22.02.470 — Required Pool/Spa Inspections (Municode)
- Clark County Code §22.02.390 — Table 3-A Permit Fees (Municode)
- SNBO Current Adopted Codes — 2024 ISPSC confirmed
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 Unincorporated Clark County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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