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Washington DC Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs and Saunas

The decision to install a pool in Washington, D.C. is a near permanent one since they are very difficult to remove. You should make sure your swimming pool contractor comes highly recommended and is knowledgeable about all regulations regarding home swimming pool safety. There are many safety regulations in Washington, D.C. regarding residential swimming pools including fence height requirements, locking gates and doors leading to the pool, and minimum backyard requirements which must be followed when installing a swimming pool. You must also ensure you have obtained all necessary permits from the Washington D.C. department of D.C.'s Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs before beginning construction on your new pool. There are a wide variety of swimming pool contractors in the Washington, D.C. area that can assist you with pool, spa, or sauna installation, repair, and upkeep.

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Washington DC City Facts

•	Washington, D.C. requires contractors to have an insurance policy of $50,000 for injury in a single accident, $100,000 for multiple people in one accident, and $10,000 for property damage in an accident. They must also have a $5,000 surety bond with the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
•	Washington, D.C. requires that every applicant for a building permit first complete an Environmental Impact Form (EIF) to determine possible environmental impacts of the project on the community.
•	A Washington, D.C. permit for construction is required for new construction and foundations, additions, alterations and repairs of existing buildings, demolition, a retaining wall, fence, shed, garage, vault, signs, awnings, and interior layout of tenant spaces.