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San Jacinto sits at the north end of the San Jacinto Valley in Riverside County, with Beaumont to its north and Hemet to its south.
Pool services in San Jacinto
What to know before you hire in San Jacinto
Permit: A new pool or spa needs a building permit from the city. The city's fee schedule lists a pool plan check fee, an equipment fee per unit and a fee for a gas connection. The permit fee itself is the sum of the pool and spa fees. California law also requires at least two drowning-prevention features on a new pool at a single-family home. Routine service like chemicals and cleaning needs no permit.
- A swimming pool, hot tub or spa, or the whole property it sits on, must be walled or fenced to stop uncontrolled access, as the California Building Code requires.
- City code says residential pool fencing must follow the city fence chapter (17.315). Pool lighting must point down and light only the pool and nearby seating.
- A pool must sit at least 5 feet from the rear property line in most residential zones, and 10 feet in the RE and RR zones.
- Pool and spa equipment must be at least 5 feet from side and rear property lines. It is set back like the house at the front.
- In single-family zones, city fences in the front yard are limited to 4 feet. Side and rear yard fences are limited to 6 feet in most zones.
- State pool barrier rules say gates must open away from the pool, close on their own, and latch with the latch at least 60 inches above the ground. The barrier must be at least 60 inches tall, with no more than 2 inches of gap at the bottom.
- A new pool at a single-family home must have at least two drowning-prevention measures, such as an enclosure, a safety cover, door exit alarms, a self-latching door device or a pool alarm.
- Water users must fix leaks and breaks within 72 hours of a city notice. EMWD customers must fix leaks within 48 hours.
What holds up in San Jacinto
San Jacinto has hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. July highs average about 95 degrees, the record high is 116, and the city gets about 12 inches of rain a year. Pools run much of the year.
- Weekly pool service. Hot, dry summers and fast chlorine loss mean owners rely on a weekly visit for testing, brushing and skimming.
- Green pool recovery. Heat grows algae fast, so a missed week can turn into a green pool.
- Scale and calcium cleanup. Hard well and imported water builds scale on tile, salt cells and heaters.
- Iron and stain treatment. The city's well water carries iron and manganese, which can leave stains if levels get out of balance.
- Pump, filter and equipment repair. Long swim seasons mean heavy equipment use.
- Pool barrier, gate and safety checks. State law needs a compliant barrier and self-latching gates, and the city requires pools to be fenced.
Questions San Jacinto homeowners ask
Who provides my water in San Jacinto?
It depends on your street. The city runs its own water system for about 40 percent of residents. The outskirts are served by Eastern Municipal Water District and Lake Hemet Municipal Water District. The city has a boundary map on its water billing page.
How hard is San Jacinto's water for my pool?
The city's own wells tested at about 143 mg/L in 2020, or roughly 8 grains per gallon. EMWD's 2023 report lists 3.4 to 7.2 grains for its Hemet and San Jacinto source. Test your own pool water, since your tap can differ.
Why does my pool get iron stains?
The city's well water carries natural iron and manganese. The city treats it to remove them. Still, if your water source or pool chemistry shifts, these minerals can stain. A pro can test for metals and treat them.
Do I need a permit to build a pool in San Jacinto?
Yes. A new pool or spa needs a city building permit. The fee schedule lists a $132 plan check fee, $66 per piece of equipment and $37 for a gas connection. Call Development Services at (951) 487-7330 for the full cost.
What fence does my pool need?
City code says the pool or property must be fenced under the California Building Code. State rules call for a barrier at least 60 inches tall, a gap under 2 inches at the bottom, and gates that open outward, self-close and self-latch.
How many safety features does a new pool need?
At least two. A barrier counts as one. A safety cover, door exit alarms, a self-latching door device or a pool alarm can be the other.
When can I water my yard or top off outdoors?
If EMWD serves you, landscape watering is allowed from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. only, never during rain or within 48 hours after it. City water customers should check with the city for current rules.
How close to my property line can the pool and equipment go?
In most residential zones, the pool must be at least 5 feet from the rear line, and 10 feet in the RE and RR zones. Pool and spa equipment must be at least 5 feet from side and rear lines.
Areas we serve
San Jacinto and nearby: Hemet, Beaumont, Valle Vista, Homeland, Soboba Hot Springs, Banning, Winchester. See the service area