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POOLS

Thinking about building a pool?

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Water and electricity are a volatile mix, and any defective electrical systems in pools may lead to a serious risk of shock or electrocution. This includes both proper construction of the pool as well as the upkeep and maintenance of the pool and all the surrounding accessories. Keep these safety tips in mind:
 
  • Make sure when building your in-ground or above-ground pool that ALL necessary electrical inspections are completed by the state electrical inspector.
  • Ask to see the passed inspections prior to paying any invoices.  A complete inspection of any pool should include a Rough-In Inspection and a Final Inspection.
  • If an inspection fails, corrections must be made within 30 days, and a re-inspection is required.

ELECTRICAL PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS

Electrical service cannot be provided to the customer until an approved electrical inspection is made. These inspections are completed by the State of Tennessee Deputy Electrical Inspector not Fayetteville Public Utilities.

To complete the State of Tennessee electrical inspection process, each permit must be purchased and submitted for inspection, and the inspection must be completed with a passed result. All failed inspections must be corrected and re-inspected.

To obtain an electrical permit
In most cases the electrical contractor purchases all permits since a valid state electrical license is required at the time of purchase. If you have a valid state electrical license, the following options are available for purchasing a permit:

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To schedule an inspection
When you are ready for an inspection, complete the following procedure to submit the permit:
  • Visit the State of Tennessee's permit site at www.core.tn.gov or call 615-741-7170 Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Please purchase and submit permits for inspection at least 24 hours before the date the inspection is requested.
  • The State Electrical Inspector is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Lincoln County.

PLEASE NOTE:
*Homeowners are allowed to purchase electrical permits on their primary residence only for one project per year.
**Pools and hot tubs require separate inspections. It is very important that you have all pools and hot tubs inspected by the State Inspector.
***Solar equipment and generators require separate inspections. Per Public Chapter 177 (2021) the State Fire Marshall’s Office requires all solar equipment and generators be inspected by a state-certified inspector and that the utility be notified prior to installation.