Public and semi-public pools
The health department handles public-pool operation while local building departments administer construction requirements.
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Research reviewed September 25, 2026 · Requirements can changeThe health department handles public-pool operation while local building departments administer construction requirements.
Residential work uses the Florida Building Code and the Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act.
Pool construction requires the applicable certified or registered state pool/spa contractor credential.
The ninth-edition Florida Building Code was scheduled for December 31, 2026.
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