There are many steps to building a pool – including regulatory ones – so setting the right expectations can help you avoid weeks of frustration.
Design
Once you begin the process, your builder will first need to draw up the pool designs for your new pool. Depending on your municipality, you may also be required to get permission from your HOA as well. “Most homeowners associations require that you give them at least 30 days to review”
Permits
Before you break ground on your new pool, your pool builder will also need to pull the necessary residential permits from the city offices. This can add weeks or even months to your timeline. “If you’re going to pull a permit through the City in NJ, you’re probably looking at anywhere from four to five weeks to have a permit in hand”
Construction
When it comes time to excavate and build, the unpredictable nature of East Coast weather can play a significant role in the final timeline. “God bless us in the East Coast, we need to figure out if it’s going to be winter one day or summer the next day.” The more complex the project – and the more varied the weather – the more this process can stretch out.
When you take each of these steps into consideration, the range of outcomes for new pool construction can be anywhere from 45 business days to four months.
Will I Need to Hire Additional Contractors?
A swimming pool might be the most substantial investment you make in your backyard, but is it the only investment you have in mind? If your long-term vision for an outdoor space involves more than a few bags of mulch and a portable barbecue, it’s crucial to think about the big picture before you start making permanent changes to your backyard.
