For the construction of a new outdoor swimming pool, see below for permit submittal requirements and for general construction information.

Application Requirements

Note: If you are seeking to demolish an existing swimming pool, please see the Swimming Pool Demolition Permit Page.

• Permit Application Packet - The documents below are combined into one PDF file.
  1. Building Permit Application
  2. Fence Application (Needed for Outdoor Pools only)
  3. Zoning Worksheet - Residential (Needed for Outdoor Pools only)
  4. Building Site and Utility Data Worksheet
  5. Tree Protection Agreement
  6. Contractors of Record

Application Fees & Deposits

• Building Construction and Inspection Fee - To be determined based on scope of work
• Permit Application Deposit - $250 (Due at time of permit submission)

Drawing Requirements (To Be Submitted With Permit Application)

• Architectural Drawings - 4 rolled sets (see Architectural Drawing Requirements for more information)
• Civil Engineering Drawings - 4 rolled sets (see Civil Engineering Submittal Guidelines for more information) - Village of Northbrook Standard Detail Sheet to be included with each civil engineering drawing set
• Plat of Survey - 4 copies (survey must be sealed and be “to scale”)

Construction Submittal Requirements

The following apply during the course of construction:

• Permit Revision Application (if there are changes during construction)

Required Inspections

• Electrical Rough-In
• Final Inspection
• Foundation/Footing/Slab (pre-pour) (If applicable)
• Paving - prior to paving/pouring concrete (If applicable)
• Plumbing/Mechanical Rough-In
• Site/Grading (if applicable)
• Structural Inspection

Additional Resources

• Tree Removal Permit