Is it possible to build a swimming pool without a permit?

Building a swimming pool in your garden is a dream of many French households, but the administrative procedures, which are sometimes cumbersome, can discourage more than one. The price can also be a deterrent, but this is another subject that we have previously covered in our article
Have you ever wondered whether it is possible to build a swimming pool without planning permission?

What are the conditions for having a swimming pool without a permit?

Building a swimming pool without a permit is possible! However, your project will have to meet certain conditions which will arise in particular from the type of swimming pool you wish to build, its size, its type of installation or even its location.

The type of pool

Above-ground pools are the only pools that never require a building permit , regardless of their location or size. In-ground pools may not require a building permit provided they meet specific requirements regarding the size of the pool and its installation location. This is particularly the case for pools with a surface area of no more than 10m2. This is called a "mini pool".

The size of your pool

Mini shell pools are all the rage! And for good reason, since the latter have a surface area of 10m2 or less, they do not require a building permit even if the pool is buried. This type of pool is very popular today because it has many advantages on a legal level but also on a financial level. A small pool means a small budget but also a small plot of land. This type of pool can therefore be installed in small spaces, particularly in the gardens of houses located in the city.

The location of your pool

The location of your pool is also an important element because an indoor pool does not require a building permit application as long as you do not touch the exterior part of your house.

Request work for your swimming pool

You are satisfied, you opt for an above-ground pool or a mini pool and will be able to build your pool without applying for a building permit from your town hall. Be careful, in the majority of cases, you will still have to make a declaration of works to the latter. Also remember to request authorization from the services in charge of the PLU (local urban planning) of your city because certain geographical areas are subject to specific regulations.

The technical room of your swimming pool

A technical room is essential for the proper functioning of your swimming pool, so do not neglect this part of your construction project. If you opt for a technical room with a surface area greater than 10m2, it will also be subject to regulations and will require a building permit application from your local council.

What if you had your mini shell pool built with Aboral?

Do you want to build a swimming pool without planning permission ? Choose Aboral Piscines mini shell pools . Find the pool that suits you using our configurator. Our pools are ready to dive in 4 days and have a ten-year guarantee, what more could you ask for?