Hot Tub Building Permits - Not Needed?

Many hot tubs today are manufactured so as to not require any permanent connection to your home's
plumbing. The only attachment to the home is an electrical connection. As a result, many hot tubs are legally
categorized as portable home appliances. Therefore, building permits are not necessary in most instances.
Though these hot tubs appear to be permanent fixtures, they are, in fact, fully portable. The only time a
building permit would prove to be necessary is in the case of making the spa a permanent fixture to your
home. For example, building permits are needed when installing a spa into a deck, or any other instance in
which the spa is built into, and becomes a part of, the home's property.

Please Note: Every state, county and city government does not necessarily operate the same. Be sure to
check with your codes department prior to installation. Your hot tub retailer will probably have this
information as well.

CAUTION
Electrical work and repairs can be dangerous, especially around water. There is avery strong
risk of shock or electrocution, which could result in serious injury or death. We strongly
advise that hot tub electrical wiring be referred to a licensed electrician. Local code
requirements for wiring vary and may differ from the examples on this web site. The local
code regulations for your community must be followed, with permits and inspections
obtained. The installer should read and follow the hot tub owner's manual and associated
electrical component owner's manuals and instructions. Regardless of who performs the
work, be sure that power to the spa circuit is switched off at the house service panel prior to
inspections, wiring, or repairs. Improper wiring may damage equipment and void the spa
manufacturer's warranty.