This Idaho pool design plan set in the wooded hills along a large pond takes advantage of the elevation above the water providing the perfect backdrop. Swimming pools in the state of Idaho range from traditional to modern and everything in between, where vinyl liner and fiberglass pools seem to be of the most common types. The best design is the one that fits your home and lifestyle in Idaho.
In Idaho a pool building permit is required for most in-ground pool installations, generally mandated at the local municipal or county level. Regulations often require a fence or safety barrier at least 48 inches high, with specific structural and electrical inspections needed. Licensed, specialized contractors are typically required for construction. Here is a bit more about this particular Indiana pool design and pool plans along with a few things to keep in mind when building a pool in Idaho:
- Idaho Pool Permits & Regulations: In areas throughout Idaho like Boise, Meridian, or Nampa, a pool permit is required, and all in-ground pools must be designed by a professional.
- Pool Site Plan Requirements: A detailed site plan is generally necessary, including property line distances, equipment location (pump, filter, heater), and safety fences/gates.
- Pool Safety Requirements: Ensure all plans include proper fencing and gate, and safety barrier requirements.
Idaho Pool Design Details
Pool Type: In-ground gunite or shotcrete
Pool Style: Traditional natural free-form
Spa: Yes
Spa Height: 8″
Spa Spillway: 4ft
Pool Length: 30ft
Pool Width: 15ft
Pool Wall: Faux negative edge (no water flow)
Depth Profile: Slope to middle 5ft 6
Min Pool Depth: 3ft
Max Pool Depth: 5ft 6
Perimeter: 113 lnft
Surface area: 517 sqft
Capacity: 13,500 gallons
Decking max sqft: 867 sqft
How many lights: 3 pool lights
Sun ledge: Yes with integrated entry steps
Other Water features: Bubbler in sun ledge
Brand of equipment: Zodiac pool equipment
Type of sanitation: Chlorine, Salt System
Pool Design Materials
Waterline tiles: 1×1 glass pool grade tile
Interior surface: Regular pebble pool finish
Coping material: 3CM Bullnose stone coping
Decking material: Concrete slab with non-slip matte tiles
Vertical Faces materials: Stacked ledge stone and stucco
