Swimming Pools

Zoning Requirements

Finding the zoning associated with your property is easy with our GIS Community Web Map; position your property and turn on the zoning layer by clicking layer list, planning, and zoning.

You will need to provide a plot plan for zoning review. Refer to Norfolk County Zoning Bylaw. This plot plan needs to include the following:

• Property lines and lot dimensions,
• Location of building and all other structures on the lot,
• Distance from swimming pool to property lines
• Location of fence, gate, or lockable/removable ladder.
• Location of septic systems

If your proposed swimming pool does not comply with the zoning requirements, a planning application will be required. Zoning and Planning approval is required as part of a complete permit application.

• Contact the Planning Department at planning@norfolkcounty.ca or 519-426-5870 or 226-NORFOLK, extension 1842
• Contact the Zoning Department at zoning@norfolkcounty.ca or 519-426-5870 or 226-NORFOLK, extension 1000

A pool permit application consists of many documents. The attached forms must be completed, signed, and dated.

Drawings and documents

Drawings are to be legible and to scale. Use a ruler or computer-aided drafting (CAD) software to complete your drawings. Provide enough information and detail to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code. Accessory building construction is located in Division B, Part 9 of the code. 

If you cannot complete the application, you should retain a qualified designer to assist you. 

Swimming application checklist

Completed forms 

• Application for a permit to Construct or Demolish.
• Applicant Authorization Form, if the property owner does not complete the application.

Required documents 

• Plot Plan:
  • Property lines and lot dimensions,
  • Location of building and all other structures on the lot,
  • Distance from swimming pool to property lines, 
  • Location of fence, gate, or lockable/removable ladder. 
  • Location of the septic system. 

Fees

• Pool Permit Fee

Online

• Visit the Norfolk CityView Permits Portal and make your application online 

In-person

Visit our service counter located at 12 Gilbertson Dr., Simcoe, Ontario.

Please call or email ahead and make an appointment. Our Permit Coordinators will review your application and provide in writing any missing items and a cost breakdown for the permit fees and payment options.

A Building Inspector will contact you in writing if your application lacks information or has building code concerns.

A building permit is issued once all documentation has been received, fees have been paid in full, and your plans have been checked for compliance with the zoning by-law and the swimming building code.

Once you have obtained a building permit, a building inspector needs to attend your site at several milestones in the construction process. Read more about inspections.

Once all inspections are complete and passed your permit is closed.