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Public Swimming Pools

The Environmental Engineering Program (EEP)’s mission is to ensure that public pools in Connecticut are built in a safe and sanitary manner. 

We do this by:

  • Reviewing and approving construction design plans for public pools.

  • Inspecting pools prior to public use to verify they are built according to approved plans.

  • Helping applicants use pool forms and application documents.

  • Reviewing and approving equipment change requests for existing pools.

Please note: Review times for applications for new swimming pools can take up to 120 working days from the time of a complete submittal.

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EEP Program E-Mail

To learn more about the application process or to submit application forms online, contact our program e-mail. Please expect a response within 1 to 3 business days.

Public Pool Rules and Resources

Start here: read the statutes and the design rules for public pools in CT using the links below.

RCSA Section 19-13-B33b (Public Pools) (PDF) 

Read the regulations governing public pools in Connecticut.

Connecticut Design Guide for Public Pools (Rev. 2021) 

Design plans for new or renovated pools must follow the rules in Connecticut's Public Pool Design Manual (2021).

Circular Letter 2015-33 Public Pool Plan Review and Other Fees (PDF) 

Read this resource to make sure you include the correct fee with your pool application.

Application Packages and Forms

Choose and download the right forms for the kind of pool you want to build.

Additional Forms

Download individual forms below.


Required Application Information Checklists

Use the checklists below as a guide for gathering the required information needed for a first-time application and for a final approval from DPH.

Design Specification Forms

Download design specification forms for specific public pool facilities using the links below.

Equipment Change Request Form

If your public pool needs to replace certain equipment (e.g., pool pump, filter, chlorinator), please download and fill out our Equipment Change Request Form.