If you thought that shell pools were only reserved for owners who live in the countryside, that's wrong! Today, a surface area of 50 m2 is enough to install the pool of your dreams in your outdoor space. In addition to the comfort and aesthetics that a mini-pool brings to your home, you will be able to make a capital gain on your property. What more could you ask for?

But be careful, even if urban swimming pools are booming today, it is imperative to find out before the project about the constraints related to the PLU (local urban planning plan) of your swimming pool. It is indeed thanks to this document that you will be able to know if it is possible to build a shell pool in your residential area. If this is not the case, obtaining your building permit will be compromised.

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The different types of mini-pool

 

Today, there is no need to turn to removable above-ground pools to enjoy swimming moments. Even on a small surface area, you can already undertake an in-ground pool project in an urban environment. Generally less than 10 m2 , these mini-pools have no trouble finding a place in your outdoor space. Indeed, different models of pools are now available and easy to adapt according to your land.

Generally created to measure to adapt to the constraints of your garden, you can personalize your shell pool according to your budget, by choosing the desired shape (round, rectangular, square), the size of your shell pool and even the color of the coating.

Be aware, however, that before enjoying the joys of swimming, you will need to plan a certain amount of work, such as:

– The excavation of your land, which allows you to dig the location of your mini-pool. This step is carried out after checking the nature of the soil and by choosing the location of your pool .

– Delivery and installation of your mini-pool.

– Setting up the filtration system and making the various connections.

– Finally, the backfilling, the installation of the covering and the edges.

Don't panic, thanks to the expertise of a swimming pool professional , you will have to wait a maximum of a week before being able to enjoy jumping into the water.

 

Regulatory constraints to know before building your mini-pool

 

Before undertaking construction work for your future swimming pool in the city , it is important to be familiar with the different rules to be respected.

First of all, remember that for the installation of a swimming pool of less than 10 m2 , a prior declaration of works is not obligatory.

To find out about the specific restrictions relating to your municipality, don't forget to consult the local urban planning plan. In addition to telling you whether or not it is possible to build a swimming pool in your area, this document will give you information on the legal distances to be respected when building your future swimming pool in relation to the neighbors.

If you live in a heritage protection area, remember to file a building permit with your town hall and contact the Territorial Service of Architecture and Heritage for validation of the construction project.

Do you live in a condominium and want to install a shell pool in your outdoor space? Check the condominium rules now; these may contain specific authorizations that should not be overlooked.

 

As you can see: despite some regulatory constraints, building a mini-pool will allow you to enjoy pleasant moments of swimming in the city! To find out more, do not hesitate to contact the Aboral experts , they will be happy to assist you in this type of project.

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