Swimming pool and spa registration
In Victoria, it is mandatory for owners of land where a swimming pool or spa is located to register their pool or spa with the relevant council and arrange it to be inspected every four years.
The laws apply to swimming pools and spas that are capable of holding more than 300mm (30cm) of water. This includes permanent pools, above ground pools, indoor pools, hot tubs, bathing or wading pools, and some relocatable pools.
Relocatable pools that do not consist of multiple components and do not require any assembly are not subject to the barrier requirements. An example of such a product is a small inflatable pool that requires no assembly other than inflation.
Pool and spa owners are also required to obtain and lodge compliance certificates for their safety barriers.
Registering your pool
Please follow the steps below to register your pool/spa safety barrier.
For information and FAQs, please refer to the Victorian Building Authority website and Safety barrier regulations for more information.
Register your pool or spa
Applications to register your pool or spa can be completed via the Greenlight portal. To access this portal, please click on the button below:
Once registered you must have your pool or spa inspected by the date specified. Owners must lodge their certificates of pool and spa barrier compliance with Council within 30 days of the Compliance Certificate issue date.
Fees set by the State Government
Payment of fees is required for lodgement of the application (Note: Fees are current as of 1 July 2025):
One time registration fee: $36.10
Information Search fee*: $53.60
Lodgement fee for Barrier Compliance: $23.20
Payment options are outlined in Greenlight and are shown on the application form.
*If required documents are not provided, an information search fee may be applied
Pool inspectors servicing the Gannawarra Shire
If you have any questions, please contact Council’s Building Department on (03) 5450 9333 with any questions.