Are you compliant?
By September 30, 2027, all residential pools—including those installed before 2010—must comply with the Residential Swimming Pool Safety Regulation. The City is required to maintain a registry of compliant installations within its territory, so it is important to notify us in any of the following situations:
- Your pool installation is already compliant
- You have removed your pool or plan to remove it
- You are planning construction work
- You are unsure
We suggest that you refer to the sections on this page to access the provincial regulations in effect and make the necessary adjustments. You can then fill out a Declaration of Compliance – Residential Pool to notify us that your work has been completed.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the compliance of your modifications before making them, we suggest you visit the permit counter at City Hall for assistance. We will be able to advise you based on the information you provide.
New provincial regulation in effect
In July 2021, an amendment to the Regulation respecting the
safety of residential swimming pools was adopted by the Government of Quebec to strengthen the safety measures already in place and to make it applicable to all installations, even those made before 2010. Since 2010, the Government of Québec has implemented this regulation which, in addition to determining certain safety measures, requires a municipal permit for work related to the construction of a pool and its installations, such as a deck, platform or enclosure.
To submit your declaration of compliance or permit application
In the online permit website, select Work declaration Declaration of conformity – Residential pool or the permit Upgrade and existing pool.
You can also submit your application in person at the permit counter at City Hall.
How do you know if your pool is compliant?
Familiarize yourself with the rules in force
Self-assessment forms
Self-assessment sheets for all types of swimming pool installations have been produced by the Quebec government. If one of the answers to these questions is NO, you must apply for a permit to make your installation compliant and safe.
Portable pool with a wall height of less than 1.4 m
Above ground pool with a wall height of less than 1.2 m
Conduct a self-assessment of your installation
Self-assessment sheets for all types of swimming pool facilities (in-ground, above-ground, etc.) have been produced by the Government of Quebec. (see step 1)
If the answer to any of these questions is NO, you must apply for a permit with Urban Planning Department to make your installation compliant and safe.
If the answer to all questions is YES, you must notify us by completing the Declaration of Compliance – Residential Pool.
Apply for a permit to upgrade an existing pool
Apply for your permit online, and it's FREE!
The required documents are:
- Certificate of location: it must show the current location of the buildings and equipment on your property.
- Layout plan: Any new construction or equipment to bring your facility into compliance must be demonstrated on a plan. This plan does not have to be produced by a professional*, a copy of the certificate of location can be used.
- Manufacturer's brochure : any document produced by a manufacturer showing the technical details of the equipment to be installed.
- Proxy: if the application is filed by someone other than the homeowner, proof of authorization from the homeowner must be provided.
* With all reservations – Some situations may require a professional plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to your questions
My pool was built before November 1, 2010, is it still compliant?
Owners of pools built prior to November 1, 2010 were grandfathered in. They must now comply with the protective measures of the Provincial Regulation. To find out if your pool is still in compliance, we recommend that you conduct a self-assessment of your facility.
When does the upgrade need to be completed?
The upgrade must be completed by September 30, 2025 at the latest.
Does my pool need to be fenced in?
Not necessarily! All pools must be protected by a fence at least 1.21 m high that prevents a ball with a diameter of 10 cm from passing through. However, other measures besides installing a fence are possible and stipulated in provincial regulations, such as using the wall of the house facing the pool as a fence. It is important to remember that access from outside the property and from inside the house must be protected.
Do the new provincial regulations apply if my pool was installed before 2010?
All the standards in the Provincial Regulation apply to all installations, however, a facility built before 2021 does not have to comply with the following:
- BNQ 9461-100 for diving boards
- The addition of privacy slats in chain link fences over 30 mm wide
- The installation of fixed equipment less than one (1) metre from the wall or enclosure
- Respecting the 1m distance between abuilding’s opening and a pool
I think my installation is in compliance with the new regulation. Should I notify the City?
Yes! Complete the Declaration of conformity – Residential poolavailable online and contact us by e-mail and a City employee will schedule an inspection of your installation and its amenities, if necessary.
Residential swimming pool safety regulation
Contact us
If you have any questions about upgrading your existing installation, contact us at inspection@beaconsfield.ca.
To consult the By-Law
The City of Beaconsfield has amended its by-law to comply with the Provincial Regulation.
Source: ministère des Affaires municipales et de l’Habitation