All Waukesha County public swimming pools must be licensed and inspected each year. We do this to make sure they meet all requirements of Wisconsin law related to general public health.
What is a public swimming pool?
Public swimming pools are defined as a basin of water used for recreation that is open to the public or used by three or more individual residences.
Licensing for New Pools and Changes of Ownership
Before constructing, remodeling, or renovating a licensed pool contact the Waukesha County Division of Environmental Health. Plans must be approved by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
To apply for a license for a new pool or when there is a change of ownership:
Licenses are valid each year from July 1 to June 30. Each license we issue expires on June 30. Licenses issued after April 1 will be valid until June 30 of the following year.
Renewing Licenses
You need to renew your license each year. We will mail a renewal to you in the beginning of May. You need to return it with your payment before June 30 of each year.
If you have questions regarding the operation of licensed swimming pool or need to apply for a license to operate a regulated swimming pool please contact us or call (262) 896-8300 during normal business hours 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.
More Information:
Want to know how your favorite food or recreational facility handles safety? You can read our inspection reports. These reports tell you the conditions we saw at the time of inspection. Reports may not reflect corrective actions the establishment made, or the current condition.
Report a Concern:
It is our goal to provide a better and safer community for everyone. Our online form is the quickest, most efficient way to notify us of your concern. Your submission will be automatically routed to the appropriate Environmental Health Sanitarian in our Department. You may receive future communication requesting additional information as needed. If your contact information is provided, the Environmental Health Sanitarian will contact you with their findings. Please click on the button below or scan the QR code to submit your concern: