It is mandatory for owners of land where a swimming pool or spa is located to register their pool or spa with the relevant council.
The laws apply to swimming pools and spas that are capable of holding more than 30cm of water. This includes permanent pools, above ground pools, indoor pools, hot tubs, bathing or wading pools, and relocatable pools, including inflatables.
Pool and spa owners are also required to obtain and lodge compliance certificates for their safety barriers. A new compliance certificate must be lodged every four years. See safety barrier regulations for more information.
If you are the owner of land on which a pool or spa is located, you must register your pool and spa with the relevant council. Contact your council or check their website for more information on how to register your pool or spa, including the fees payable.
You will be required to complete a registration form and pay the registration fee. For pools and spas constructed or commenced before 1 November 2020, an information search fee also applies.
You must lodge a certificate of barrier compliance with your pool registration application.
| Permanent pool or spa | Relocatable pool or spa |
| 30 days after the date of issue of an occupancy permit or certificate of final inspection. | Four days after the pool is erected. |
