Indoor Swimming Pools and Pool Halls: Permitted Development

Are you considering adding an indoor swimming pool within a brand-new building on your property? This type of structure, often referred to as a "pool hall," will be your first concern from a planning perspective.

Before moving forward with construction, you must first ascertain whether this new building itself requires formal planning permission. Most often, a new pool hall is classified as an outbuilding.

Your project could potentially qualify as "permitted development"—meaning you would not need to submit a specific planning application—but only if it strictly complies with all the exact limitations and prerequisites established for outbuildings.

While you design your pool and its new hall, it's vital to ensure you set aside sufficient space for a "plant room." This dedicated area will house all the critical equipment necessary for your swimming pool's operation.