Pools & Hot Tubs
Permit requirements and safety guidance for pool installations in the Village of Sloan.
From Vince Ferraraccio, Code Enforcement Officer
During the past two years, on behalf of the Village, I have referred 26 Housing Court cases to the Town of Cheektowaga for lack of compliance. Cases are only referred after several violation notices have been sent to the property owners and they failed to remedy or contact my office as to an acceptable schedule of repairs.
In December, the Board and I met with Judge Paul Piotrowski to discuss referral procedures and to streamline enforcement of cases. We believe that strict code enforcement helps to preserve our neighborhoods, protect residents’ property value and the quality of our community.
Over the past five years, we have built a successful partnership with the Buffalo Land Bank, who has provided financial assistance for both demolitions and rehabilitations of structures throughout our Village. They have recently acquired 137 Griffith Street, which has been vacant for 6 years, and will be rehabilitating the property this summer. Hopefully by fall, it will be up for sale and another family will be afforded the opportunity to join the Village of Sloan.
With the passage of the Foreclosure Relief Act of 2016, we have seen a dramatic decrease in the number of vacant, distressed homes across WNY. It mandates quicker foreclosure actions by banking institutions and property maintenance during the foreclosure process.
If you are in jeopardy of losing your home, guidance is offered through the Western New York Law Center. Please contact them at 855-0203 x118 for FREE legal advice on your pending foreclosure. Do NOT vacate your home without speaking to them first! You have the right to stay on the premises until foreclosure is final, which may take 6 months to a year or more.
Permits & Questions
Adding on? Repairing? Replacing? Check to see if a permit is required.
A permit is required for all work performed on your property in the Village of Sloan except cosmetic work (e.g. painting, wallpaper, etc.).
For any questions about whether a permit is required or to register a complaint, contact Village Hall at (716) 897-1560 or visit the Code Enforcement Officer every Wednesday from 4:30 pm till 6:00 pm at Village Hall.
Please visit the Treasurer’s Page for information on applicable fees for your project. Visit the Permits & Forms page for additional information on fees for other construction projects.
Pool Installation Information
(Flyer available at Village Hall)
What is really required for In-Ground and Above-Ground Pools?
The following is a summarized list of rules and regulations of the State of New York and the Village of Sloan regarding the safety requirements for the installation of new and maintenance of existing in-ground and above-ground swimming pools. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of requirements. If you have any questions call Village Hall before beginning work on your new or existing pool.
Building Permits
BUILDING PERMITS are required for the installation of all pools capable of holding more than 24 inches of water. Permit application must be made by the Home Owner if he or she is doing the work OR the pool company/installer.
The following must be provided with the permit application:
- Copy of the property survey
- Diagram showing the proposed location of the pool
- Written approval from the servicing Electrical Utility Company verifying the propsed pool location with regard to the vicinity of all overhead power line and underground power lines
- Approval of the proposed drainage plan for in-ground pool locations by the Village Engineer
- Copies of Pool Installers Liability, Workers Comp and Disability Insurance Certificates
Location Requirements
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS: Pools, including attached decking and/or concrete walk areas for in-ground pools, need to be a minimum of five (5) feet from any property lines and a minimum of ten (10) feet from any accessory structure (Garages, Sheds, etc.).
Pools, including attached decking and/or concrete walk areas for in-ground pools, need to be clear of any easements and/or right-of-ways.
Pool Barriers
POOL BARRIERS: An outdoor swimming pool, including an in-ground, above-ground …
Note: Additional barrier requirements are available at Village Hall.
Need help before you start?
Call Village Hall at (716) 897-1560 during business hours (Mon–Fri 8:30 am – 4:00 pm) to confirm permit requirements before beginning work.