Swimming Pools

Step 1. Complete Application

Application to Construct or Demolish(PDF, 146.95 KB)

You will need to ensure these sections of the form are completed:

• Section A - Project information
• Section B - Purpose of application (ensure to indicate by circling the type ie. alteration/repair)
• Section C - Applicant - this is the persons we will contact while reviewing the application
• Section D - If the applicant is the owner, please write 'SAME' in this section. If not, please complete fully.
• Section E - Provide the name of the contractor installing the pool and enclosure. If unknown, write 'TBD'
• Section F - Both i and ii should be 'NO' as this is not a new dwelling
• Section G - You must include drawings with your application
• Section H - Read carefully and answer accordingly
• Section I - This name must match Section C, date and sign.

Schedule 1 and 2 are not required for the pool enclosure application

Step 2. Create Drawing

You must include a survey, site or plot plan of the property. View a pool enclosure sample drawing(PDF, 239.97 KB)

• A survey, site or plot plan of the property must show the location of:
  • proposed pool and distance from the pool to all property lines
  • pool equipment (pump, etc.) and distance from equipment to all property lines
  • all existing or proposed structures on the property (i.e. detached garage, decks, sheds etc.)
  • all easements on the property and their location and width
  • fence and gates on the property; clearly indicate the height and construction material (wood, chain-link, wrought iron etc.) for all existing and proposed fences
  • private sewage disposal (Septic) system, the location of the system components (tank, bed etc.) and their setbacks to the pool must be shown on the plot plan (if applicable to your property)

Step 3. Submit Application

You need to drop off your application to:
Building Division
City Hall, 3rd Floor
71 Main Street, Hamilton

Step 1. Review User Guide & Start Application

Follow the instructions in the Application User Guide for ePLANs(PDF, 2.57 MB)

Online ePlans Application

Quick Reference Guide for Swimming Pool Enclosures

For swimming pool enclosure permits for existing or new swimming pools serving a single-family dwelling choose these options when applying for a permit:

• What type of permit are you applying for? CONSTRUCTION
• What is the primary proposed use of building or tenant space? RESIDENTIAL
• How many stories does the building have? Enter the NUMBER OF STORIES OF THE SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING
• What is the building area? Enter the APPROXIMATE FOOT PRINT AREA OF THE SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING IN METRES SQUARED
• What is the proposed use of the building? SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING
• What type of work are you doing? SWIMMING POOL ENCLOSURE
• ​Address - type your address in the 'Search for a Property' field and you will be see options autogenerate as you type. Choose the correct open and then select 'Next'.
• Project Description - Describe the purpose of the permit, the type and size of the pool installed ie. Enclosure for a 16ft x 24 ft in-ground swimming pool.

Step 2. Submit Drawings

All drawings must follow these guidelines:

• All drawings must be neat, clear and legible. Drawings may be drawn by hand but must be scanned and saved as one of the acceptable file types (PDF, JPG, PNG, TIFF, BMP). Photographs taken of drawings are not permitted to be submitted. View a sample pool enclosure drawing(PDF, 239.97 KB)
• The upper right corner of the drawing must have a 2-inch by 3-inch space that is empty and absent of any writing, logos etc. The City of Hamilton approval stamp will be placed in this location.
• A survey, site or plot plan of the property must show the location of:
  • proposed pool and distance from the pool to all property lines
  • pool equipment (pump, etc.) and distance from equipment to all property lines
  • all existing or proposed structures on the property (i.e. detached garage, decks, sheds etc.)
  • all easements on the property and their location and width
  • fence and gates on the property; clearly indicate the height and construction material (wood, chain-link, wrought iron etc.) for all existing and proposed fences
  • private sewage disposal (Septic) system, the location of the system components (tank, bed etc.) and their setbacks to the pool must be shown on the plot plan (if applicable to your property)