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Section 8.36

Swimming Pools

Adopted July 27, 2026

1. Swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and similar devices shall be built in accordance with the Michigan Building Code.
2. Swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and similar devices are only permitted in the rear yard and may not be placed in a side or front yard.
3. Swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and similar devices shall not be located less than four (4) feet from any lot line.
4. Swimming pools shall be considered in computing impervious surface calculations.
5. All swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and similar devices shall be enclosed by a barrier (i.e. fence or other enclosure) where required by State law and as approved by the Building Official.