Pools and Hot Tubs

All installations and landscaping projects require review by Engineering Services, Water Resources Division, to ensure that the intent of the existing grading of the subject lot/land is respected, and there will be no adverse impact to the neighbouring properties. After reviewing the accompanying documents, staff will determine if a Site Alteration permit is required.

Application Requirements

Drawing(s) showing all the proposed works including landscaping, shed, concrete deck, etc. must be properly dimensioned and contain sufficient information for City Staff review.

Application Fee

$208 (includes taxes), if a permit is required

Security Deposit

$500 (returned when the works are done to the satisfaction of the City)

All properties in Oshawa which contain a pool, hot tub or decorative pond:

• With a depth of 30 cm (12 inches) to 60 cm (24 inches) must have an enclosure with a minimum height of 120 cm (48 inches);
• With a depth exceeding 60 cm (24 inches) must obtain a Pool Enclosure Permit and comply with specific standards related to the style and construction of the fence/enclosure. Pool enclosure requirements can be found in the Pool Enclosure By-law.

Application Requirements

After site plan approval has been received from Engineering Services:

• A pool enclosure permit application must be completed and a drawing showing proposed pool, property lines, proposed fence must be submitted to Municipal Licensing and Standards.

Application Fee

$150 (includes taxes)

Do you need to access your property over the City boulevard or sidewalk?

If yes, no permit is required, however, any damage to sodded areas, pavement, sidewalk and/or curb must be repaired and restored to pre-existing conditions. Any repairs requested by the City not completed in the prescribed time interval or to City standards, will be completed by City staff and billed to the property owner.

Do you need to access your property through City owned land?

If yes, a Park Access Permit is required from Parks Services. Call or email Service Oshawa to request a permit.

Application requirements

Site meeting with Parks staff to review proposed access route.

Application Fee

None

Security Deposit

Varies depending on site conditions

Do you need to store equipment and/or materials on the City roadway, boulevard or sidewalk?

If yes, a Road Occupancy Permit is required and can be obtained at Service Oshawa, 50 Centre St. S., Oshawa, ON.

Application requirements

Insurance certificate for $5 million commercial general liability insurance with the City of Oshawa named as additional insured.

Security Deposit

$29 (plus taxes)

If you are building a deck and/or other structure or renovating the house in conjunction with the pool installation, a building permit may be required. Contact Building Permit and Inspection Services at 905-436-5658 or buildings@oshawa.ca.

If you live in an area that is not yet assumed (e.g. new subdivision), you may need approval from your builder or developer.

The information above is for standard pool installations and landscaping projects. Special conditions may apply for corner lots, properties adjacent to Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (C.L.O.C.A.) lands, and more major projects.

Owner Authorization Form

An owner may authorize another person to act as an agent on their behalf. The agent is able to represent the owner and attend inspections at the property in the event the owner is unable to do so.