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Public Swimming Pools
Florida Department of Health in DeSoto County
- 863-993-4601 or 863-491-7580
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Mailing Address
34 South Baldwin Avenue
1031 Oak Street
Arcadia, FL 34266
Public Swimming Pools
The Department of Health in DeSoto County regulates all public swimming pools. This regulation is considered a significant factor in the prevention of disease, sanitary nuisances, and accidents. Pools are inspected once per year for safety, water chemistry, and sanitation. Annual operating permits are issued by the Department and are valid from July 1 through June 30. These permits must be applied for and renewed annually.
Private Swimming Pools
All proposed new constructions and modifications to existing pools require approval from the DeSoto County Building Division.Departments | Building | DeSoto County FL BOCC (desotobocc.com)
Contact Information
For any questions regarding the Pool program, please call (863) 993-4601.
State Website on Swimming Pools
Regulatory Code
Chapter 64E-9 Florida Administrative Code, Public Pool rules
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