Residential Swimming Pool Checklist Please use this checklist to ensure all necessary paperwork is submitted for plan review. In order to streamline our review process and maintain a high level of customer service, we will no longer be able to accept plans missing required paperwork. A swimming pool permit is required for all pools including storable or inflatable pools unless:  the pool is less than 24 inches deep and  does not exceed 5,000 gallons and  is installed entirely above ground Submit the following forms and plans for plan review:  Swimming Pool Permit Application – List all applicable licensed subcontractors on permit application.  Site Plan ‐ showing easements, lot dimensions, location and dimensions of pool with setbacks from pool to each property line, distance between pool and house and other structures, and location of fence, deck and any other accessory structures.  Zoning Compliance Application form  Stormwater Erosion Control Form – if grading is required for pool installation.  Fence Permit Application – Include fence plan with information shown above. If fence exists, this form is not needed but details should be provided for existing fence.  Fence Plan – Height, construction material, and gate or door detail  Electrical Plan – Location of electrical service, pump and filtration system, and bonding information.  Pool Plan – Dimensions, material and reinforcement material and location of pool drain/backwash system.  Homeowner’s Association or Architectural Review Board Approval Letter Planning and Development Dept. – Permit Application Center P.O. Box 11706 or 155 Johnston St. Rock Hill, SC 29731‐1706 Ph: 803‐329‐5590 Fax: 803‐329‐7228 Website www.cityofrockhill.com PlanningandDevelopmentDept.‐PermitApplicationCenter
P.O.Box11706or155JohnstonSt.
RockHill,SouthCarolina29731‐1706
Ph:803‐329‐5590
Fax:803‐329‐7228www.cityofrockhill.com
RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOL PERMIT A swimming pool permit is required for all pools including storable or inflatable pools unless: 
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the pool is less than 24 inches deep and does not exceed 5,000 gallons and is installed entirely above ground. Please submit the following information with your pool permit application:  Site Plan o Dimensions of property lines, location and dimensions of pool with setbacks from pool to each property line. Show distance between pool and house and other structures. o Location of fence, deck or any other accessory structures. o Show any easements or overhead/underground power lines.  Electrical Plan o Location of electrical service. o Location of pump and filtration system. Pump must be at least 10 ft. from pool. o Electrical bonding and grounding information showing wire sizes. All metal parts must be grounded. See Chapter 41 of the 2012 IRC for more information.  Pool Plan o Pool dimensions (length, width, depth). o Cross section of pool showing material (fiberglass, concrete, vinyl) and reinforcement material with thickness and depth shown. o Need to show existing sewer cleanout location.  Fence Plan ‐ All swimming pools and ornamental ponds and pools having a depth greater than twenty‐four (24) inches and all hot tubs and spas shall be enclosed by fencing of a type that is not readily accessible by children and that contains no opening larger than four (4) inches. In lieu of fencing, spas and hot tubs may have a lockable cover capable of supporting a minimum of one hundred‐fifty (150) pounds, and cover shall be locked when the spa or hot tub is not in use. o Height of fence. Fence may not be less than four (4) feet in height. o Construction material (wood, vinyl, metal etc.) o If picket fence is used, show spacing between pickets. Spacing can be no more than 4" between pickets. o If split rail fence is used, show spacing between rails. Spacing can be no more than 1 3/4" between rails and rails must be located on the pool side. o Clearance between grade and bottom of fence. Clearance can be no more than 2". o Detail of gate, if gate is present. Gate must have a self‐latching lock and must open away from the pool. Show overall dimensions of gate, spacing of pickets or rails on gate, and location of latch. If gate latch is below 54" in height, there can be no openings larger than 1/2" within 18" on either side of the latch. o If a door is present that opens onto a deck or patio area of the pool, an alarm is needed on the door or a gate is needed at the bottom of the stairs of the deck meeting the above requirements. For more specific information about building code requirements, see Chapter 42 and Appendix G from the 2012 IRC (International Residential Code).  Chapter 42 ‐ http://publicecodes.cyberregs.com/icod/irc/2012/icod_irc_2012_42_sec001.htm?bu=IC‐P‐2012‐
000002&bu2=IC‐P‐2012‐000019  Appendix G ‐ http://publicecodes.cyberregs.com/icod/irc/2012/icod_irc_2012_appg_sec001.htm?bu=IC‐P‐2012‐
000002&bu2=IC‐P‐2012‐000019 For more specific information about zoning code requirements, see Section 4‐400 (D)(15) of the Rock Hill Zoning Ordinance.
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PlanningandDevelopmentDept.‐PermitApplicationCenter
P.O.Box11706or155JohnstonSt.
RockHill,SC29731‐1706
Ph:803‐329‐5590
Fax:803‐329‐7228‐‐website:www.cityofrockhill.com
SWIMMING POOL PERMIT APPLICATION Date: ______________________ Property Owner Name: ______________________________________________________________ Phone: ________________________________ Property Owner Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Construction Address:___________________________________________________ Subdivision Name: ________________________ Lot #: ______ Contractor Name: __________________________________________________________________ State Lic # ______________________________ Contractor Address: _________________________________________________________________ City Bus Lic # ___________________________ Phone:______________________ Fax:__________________________ Email: ________________________________________________________ Description of Work: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Is pool heated? Yes  No  If heated, please list gas contractor below. Valuation of Work: $ __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Total cost of project (includes site development, professional design, and all subcontractors) Please list all applicable subcontractors below. All subcontractors must have SC state license and a City of Rock Hill business license. Electrical Contractor: ______________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________ State # _______________ Electrical Contractor Address: _________________________________________________________________________ BL # __________________ Gas Contractor: ___________________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________ State # _______________ Gas Contractor Address: _____________________________________________________________________________ BL # __________________ Plumbing Contractor: ______________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________ State # ________________ Plumbing Contractor Address: _________________________________________________________________________ BL # __________________ Is this property located in a flood zone? _________ If yes, what is the flood zone classification? __________________________________________ I certify no construction or portion of construction will be built over or under any electrical, water, sewer, storm water or any other utility easements or rights‐of‐way. _______________ (initials). I certify to the best of my knowledge that all information provided herein is true and correct and all work performed under this permit shall conform to the plans and specifications herewith submitted and to all applicable Building Codes and Laws and Ordinances pertaining thereto. By signing this application I certify that I have the authority to make the foregoing application and I am the property owner or an authorized agent for the company performing the work stated above. I understand that I must use contractors licensed or registered with the State of South Carolina. If I choose to represent myself as the owner/builder, I understand that I or my immediate family members are required to occupy the property, that only contractors and subcontractors duly licensed as required by the State of South Carolina and the City of Rock Hill must be used to perform work associated with this application and permit, and as owner/builder I may not rent, lease or sell the property for a period of no less than two years from the date of final inspection for which this permit is issued. I further understand that if any information provided is found to be incorrect or falsely stated that this permit will be null and void and that I may be responsible for violation of other related state laws and local ordinances. State of South Carolina, County of York, City of Rock Hill The undersigned authority personally appeared ____________________________________________________________ before me Signature of Applicant who swears or affirms that he/she is the _______________________________________________. Applicant Title (Contractor, Owner, or Agent, etc.) Subscribed and sworn to before me this ____ day of _____________________________ 20______. ________________________________________ Notary Public FOROFFICEUSEONLY:DateFiled:__________________Action:[]Denied []ApprovedBy:_______________
Comments:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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PlanningandDevelopmentDept.‐PermitApplicationCenter
P.O.Box11706or155JohnstonSt.
RockHill,SC29731‐1706
Ph:803‐329‐5590
Fax:803‐329‐7228www.cityofrockhill.com
STORMWATER EROSION CONTROL FOR SINGLE FAMILY Please submit a signed copy of this form with your building permit application. Date: __________________ Street Address:____________________________________________________________________________________ Subdivision: ________________________________________________________________ Lot #:_________________ Anticipated Start Date: ________________________ Anticipated Completion Date: ___________________________ Contact Person: _______________________________________ Phone:_______________ Fax:__________________ Email:_______________________________________________ Please note: erosion control measures are to be in place prior to any site work taking place and shall remain in place at all times until the project is completed and approved by the City. Erosion control inspection(s) is not a scheduled inspection and may take place at any time. Building inspections will not be performed if erosion control measures are not in place. General information and minimum requirements: Contractor shall perform all earthwork operations in such a manner as to control erosion and prevent sedimentation from entering streams or being tracked onto roadways. All erosion control structures will be inspected for stability and operation at the end of each workday. Many times erosion control measures are damaged/torn down during the day by delivery vehicles and sub‐contractors. Install construction entrance (10' x 25' x 4" ‐ No. 4 washed stone or larger) to serve as tire scrubber. Install silt fence along the low spots of the property and along all lower adjacent properties. Road shall be swept daily if sediment gets on the road. Do not wash/hose the road down. Construct swale to drain away from adjacent property or direct to designated stormwater feature/control. Install any additional permanent and/or temporary sediment and erosion control necessary to reduce erosion. When building in a subdivision: The individual lot owners or developers shall comply with the approved drainage plans for the residential subdivision. In addition, all erosion control structures will be inspected for stability and operation at the end of each workday. Many times erosion control measures are damaged/torn down during the day by delivery vehicles and sub‐contractors. By signing this application, I certify that I am an authorized agent for the company performing the work stated above and that all information provided is true. I further understand that if any information provided is found to be incorrect or falsely stated that this permit will be null and void and that I may be responsible for violation of other related state laws and local ordinances. STORMWATER AND SEDIMENT CONTROL CERTIFICATION I certify that the City of Rock Hill may enter the property stated on the permit application for the purpose of investigation and Inspection of land disturbing activities at a frequency deemed necessary to carry out the duties prescribed in the Stormwater Management and Sediment Control Regulations of the Rock Hill Zoning Code. I understand that failure to implement control practices according to the approved plan will result in penalties as prescribed in the ordinance and/or stop‐work order. Signed By: _________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________ Signature of Applicant _________________________________________________________ Printed Name X:\PLNDCC\Planpdf\SWIMMING_POOL_PERMIT_RESIDENTIAL_PlanDev_20141217.doc
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PlanningandDevelopmentDept.–PermitApplicationCenter
P.O.Box11706,or155JohnstonSt.
RockHill,SC29731‐1706
Phone:803‐329‐5590
Fax:803‐329‐7228www.cityofrockhill.com
ZONING COMPLIANCE APPLICATION FOR RESIDENTIAL $20 A Certificate of Zoning Compliance is required for any residential development activity which requires a Building Permit. Allow 48 hours for processing. The $20 permit fee is paid with the building permit fee. Please refer to sections 4, 5, and 6 of the Rock Hill Zoning Ordinance for specific standards. If the location is located in Old Town (see Old Town map), refer to the Old Town standards in Section 6‐800[E] of the Rock Hill Zoning Ordinance. Applicant Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________ Applicant Address:________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Property Owner: __________________________________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________ Property Owner Address:___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Property Address: ______________________________________________________ Subdivision Name: _______________________ Lot #: ______ ACTIVITY DETAILS: Dimensions of swimming pool: ___________________________________ Addition to existing Principal or Accessory Structure: Addition Sq. Ft. _________ New Accessory Structures (storage bldg., pool house): New Sq. Ft. __________ Existing Sq. Ft. __________ Total Final Size of Principal Structure: ___________________ Total Size of All Accessory Structures*: ________________________ *Note: the size of the principal use must be provided to insure compliance with Section 4‐400 of the Zoning Code – Accessory Uses and Structures. Generally the size if all accessory uses is limited to 30% of the principal use or 600 feet. Are there any recorded deed restrictions or restrictive covenants that apply to this property which are contrary to, conflict with, or prohibit the permitted activity being requested? For example, is there a mandatory architectural review or homeowner association approval required? Attach a copy of Homeowner’s Association or Architectural Review Board approval letter, if applicable. Yes No If yes, please describe restrictions: _____________________________________________________ SETBACKS: State the closest distance from the pool and any accessory structures to the property lines: Front: ____________ Side [left]: ____________ Side [right]: ____________ Rear: ____________ Please attach a site plan indicating: dimensions of property lines; location and dimensions of pool with setbacks from pool to each property line; distance between pool and home and other structures; location of fence, deck or any other accessory structures; and any easements or overhead/underground power lines. UTILITIES: Property will be served by: Public water Well Sewer Septic tank Other: ______________________________________ The applicant certifies information on this application is true and correct. If any information is false or misleading, the zoning permit shall be considered void. This permit shall expire six (6) months from approval date if a Building Permit is not obtained or no activity occurs. Applicant also attests that there are no recorded deed restrictions or restrictive covenants that apply to this property which are contrary to, conflict with, or prohibit the permitted activity being requested. ___________________________________________ Signature of Applicant _____________________ Date _____________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Applicant Printed Name Applicant Title FOROFFICEUSEONLY:DateFiled:__________________________[]FeePaid/Receipt#:_________________________
Ifincomplete,returned:_______________________________________________________________________________________________Date:___________________________
ZoningAction:[]Rejected:[]Approved[]Oldtown[]ConditionalApproval/orExemption:
Comments:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Planning&DevelopmentDirector/Designee:______________________________________________________________________Date:___________________________
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PlanningandDevelopmentDept.‐PermitApplicationCenter
P.O.Box11706,or155JohnstonStreet,Room300
RockHill,SC29731‐1706
Phone:803‐329‐5590FAX:803‐329‐7228www.cityofrockhill.com
FENCE PERMIT APPLICATION No fee ($0) Prior to the installation of a fence in the City of Rock Hill, a fence permit must be obtained. To ensure that the proposed fence installation complies with the City's fence regulations as outlined in the RH Zoning Ordinance Section 6‐400, the following information must be submitted with your application:  Scale drawing or picture of fence showing the height, type, and material of the fence.  Site plan or survey of property showing the location of the fence with the property dimensions. Show any utility or other easements present on the property. Include a description of landscaping if required by Section 6‐400(H)(5) of the Zoning Code.  Homeowner’s Association or Architectural Review Board approval letter, if applicable Please note, a building permit application is required for privacy walls over 6 ft. in height. If you are installing a fence in conjunction with a swimming pool, see the Swimming Pool Permit application for more information. A site compliance inspection is required after your fence is installed. The property lines are required to be marked at the time of the inspection. Please contact the Planning and Development Department at (803)329‐5590 to schedule the inspection. Please complete the following information: Property Owner Name: _______________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________ Property Owner Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Fence Installer: ________________________________________________________________ City Bus. Lic. #: ______________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: __________________ Fax: ____________________ Email: _________________________________________________________________ Permit Address: _______________________________________________________________ Tax Parcel #: ________________________________ (Location of permit site inside RH City Limits) Description of Fence: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are there any recorded deed restrictions or restrictive covenants that apply to this property which are contrary to, conflict with, or prohibit the permitted activity being requested? For example, is there a mandatory architectural review or homeowner association approval required? Yes No If yes, please describe restrictions: ____________________________________________________________________________ Draw fence details below or attach drawing: I certify to the best of my knowledge that all information provided is true and correct and all work performed under this permit shall conform to all plans and specifications herewith submitted and shall conform to the City Zoning and Building Codes and all laws and ordinances pertaining thereto. I understand the City of Rock Hill accepts no responsibility for fences that do not conform to covenants or guidelines set by associations. I attest that there are no recorded deed restrictions or restrictive covenants that apply to this property which are contrary to, conflict with, or prohibit the permitted activity being requested. If any information is false or misleading, the permit may be considered void and revoked. Failure to begin development activity within 6 months from the application approval may result in expiration of the permit. _____________________________________________________ _______________________ Signature of Applicant Date ____________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Applicant Printed Name Applicant Title FOROFFICEUSEONLY:DateFiled:_______________Action:[]Denied[]ApprovedBy:_______________
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STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION:
SWIMMING POOLS Guidelines for Proper Pool Drainage Before you start draining the water from your swimming pool, make sure you are meeting the pool draining requirements. Per the City’s Illicit Discharge Ordinance section 29‐306(g)(1), “No person shall throw, drain, or otherwise discharge, cause, or allow others under its control to throw, drain, or otherwise discharge into the City of Rock Hill stormwater systems any pollutants or waters containing any pollutants, other than stormwater. Prohibited substances include, but are not limited to: sewage, backwash and draining associated with swimming pools or fountains”. Only stormwater should be placed down the storm drain. Anything else, including pool water, is considered a pollutant and could harm water quality in our lakes, rivers, and streams. Follow the simple steps below to correctly drain your pool. Where do I drain my pool water? The City of Rock Hill requires that all pool water discharges be maintained in a sanitary sewer clean‐out on private property. During general maintenance, when backwashing your pool, drainage into the sewer clean‐
out is not necessary as long as the discharge is maintained on your private property. What does a sewer clean‐out look like? The sewer clean‐out is typically a three or four inch black pipe about level with the landscaping, typically located close to the home. It may have a black cap, with a raised square nut or recessed slot, which can be unscrewed providing access for the pool water disposal. In a newer home, you may find that there are two clean‐out pipes. In this case, the one closer to the home is the preferred access point. What is the recommended flow rate to drain my pool? The recommended flow rate is no greater than 12 gallons per minute. The safe flow rate may differ depending on the size of the drain line; distance to the sewer main, and the condition of the pipes. It may be necessary to consult a plumber regarding a safe rate to discharge the pool water into the sewer clean out. What is the procedure for using the sewer clean‐out? 
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