Residential In-Ground Pools & Spas Enclosures Application Checklist

Step 1.Verify if your property is in the City of Clearwater

If you are uncertain that you are in City of Clearwater jurisdiction or to confirm, visit the Pinellas County Property Appraiser website at https://pcpao.org/, enter the address in the Real Property box and click search. In the search results under Parcel Summary, look under Current Tax District for Clearwater, CW, CWD or CWDO, all of which indicate you are in City of Clearwater jurisdiction.

Step 2.FOR CONTRACTORS 

If you are a licensed contractor performing the work, click HERE to access the City’s ePermit system and register for an account or login to complete the application process. Only licensed contractors are presently able to use ePermit for pool and spa permit applications.

Step 3.FOR HOMEOWNERS

Click HERE to download a Building Permit Application. 

Step 4.Complete the Application

Step 5.Obtain signed and sealed construction plans

Two copies must accompany the application. 

Step 6.Obtain a “no conflict letter” from Duke Energy

Contact Duke Energy customer service at (800) 700-8744. Duke may charge a small fee to have the letter done.

Step 7.Complete and have notarized a Residential Swimming Pool, Spa or Hot Tub Safety Act form.

Click HERE to download the Safety Act form. Two copies must accompany the application.

Step 8.Complete an Impervious Surface Ratio (ISR) Worksheet.

Click HERE(PDF, 154KB) to download the ISR Worksheet(PDF, 154KB). 

Step 9.Obtain a Clearing and Grubbing Permit.

Click HERE to access the Permit application.

Step 10.Bring the completed application along with required number of letters and forms listed above to the Planning & Development Department, temporarily located at 2741 State Road 580, Clearwater. 

Step 11.Pay any fees associated with the application

Visit the Fee Estimator page by clicking HERE to estimate the cost of your permit.

Step 12.FOR CONTRACTORS ONLY

If the contract price (including materials and labor) is greater than $5,000, you must file a Notice of Commencement. Click HERE for more information about Notice of Commencement and to complete this process. 

Step 13.Staff will review the application and supporting documents and proceed with the required additional steps for approval.

For additional information or to follow up on your submission, call (727) 562-4567.