In North Carolina, pool remodels (major shell/deck/hydraulic changes) require local Health Department plan review and permits, similar to new pools, with submitted plans by a registered professional, including equipment specs, site plans and PDSC/VGB forms for each pumping system.
- Definition of Remodel: Any renovation disrupting the majority of the shell/deck, changing the profile, or altering the hydraulic system triggers full review.
- Local Plan Submission: Submit detailed plans before starting the work.
- Professional Design: Plans for public pools must be by a registered architect or engineer (NC licensed).
Pool Remodel applications must be submitted through the Environmental Health Open Gov Portal.
If you have questions about pool remodels, contact Chatham County Pool Program Plan Review staff:
Lisa Morgan 919.545.8309 lisa.morgan@chathamcountync.gov
Barry Oldham 919.545.8479 barry.oldham@chathamcountync.gov
