Pool Regulations
Licensed pools may remain open barring no public health orders are in place that would restrict such public gatherings. New 2022 pool licenses will be emailed to each facility prior to Memorial Day once the facility has submitted their 2022 license application and renewal fee. Pool license renewal deadline is May 15, 2022. See more under the current guidelines.
City Ordinance
Under Lawrence city ordinance, Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health began inspecting non-residential/public pools and spas in the early 1980s. These inspections and the information provided to pool/spa operators during these visits help ensure the public’s safety and prevent health hazards.
Inspection Process
During an inspection, Environmental Health staff check that the water has adequate chlorine levels to kill bacteria and that safety equipment is in good, working order.
Complaints
Each year, staff inspect between 500 and 600 indoor and outdoor pools / spas and respond to complaints. The Health Department has the authority to close a pool or spa if health or safety hazards are present.
During an inspection, Environmental Health staff check that the water has adequate chlorine levels to kill bacteria and that safety equipment is in good, working order.
Complaints
Each year, staff inspect between 500 and 600 indoor and outdoor pools / spas and respond to complaints. The Health Department has the authority to close a pool or spa if health or safety hazards are present.
Pool Documents
- APPLICATION FOR LICENSE TO OPERATE RECREATIONAL WATER FACILITY
- Application to Construct Residential or Non-Residential Swimming Pool - Fillable
- Rules for Recreational Water Facilities
- Recommended Daily Pool Maintenance and Logging
- Fecal Incident Response Recommendations
- CDC_Recommendation_for_aquatic_venues
- Your Disinfection Team: Chlorine and pH Factsheet
Fees for Recreational Water Facilities |
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| Annual Licensing Fee (due by May 15) | $250 |