Pool Compliance for NSW Landlords: What You Need to Know

If your rental property has a pool, ensuring it meets NSW safety standards isn’t just good practice it’s the law. In New South Wales, a pool compliance certificate is required for most residential properties and must be renewed every three years. Keeping your pool compliant helps protect your tenants, your investment, and your peace of mind.

1. Certificate of Compliance

Before leasing a property with a pool, landlords must provide a valid certificate of compliance, confirming the pool meets NSW safety regulations.

• Certificates are issued by your local council or a licensed pool inspector.

• Each certificate is valid for three years, after which a new inspection is required.

• It’s smart to book your inspection well before the renewal date to avoid any rental delays.

2. Key Areas of Pool Compliance

During an inspection, the council or inspector will review several safety elements to ensure your pool area meets NSW standards, including:

• Pool Barriers: Fences must be at least 1200mm high, with gaps no wider than 100mm between the barrier and ground. The area around the fence should be clear of climbable objects such as trees or furniture.

• Self-Closing Gates: Gates should open outward, self-close, and self-latch, with the latch located at least 1500mm above ground level.

• Resuscitation Signage: A clearly visible CPR sign must be displayed within the pool area for quick reference in an emergency.

Before your inspection, we’ll provide a simple checklist to help you review these points and it’s worth discussing them with your tenants to prevent accidental non-compliance between inspections.

3. Preparing for Inspections and Updates

Pool regulations can change over time, so even if your pool has passed in the past, it’s important to stay updated. If an inspector identifies any issues during your assessment, those changes must be addressed before a new certificate is issued.

To make the process easier, our team can arrange a pre-inspection walkthrough to identify any quick fixes early helping you avoid delays and increase your chances of passing the official inspection smoothly.

4. Managing Maintenance with Tapi

Brand Property’s Tapi system makes it simple to stay on top of maintenance and compliance. You can easily track past inspections, monitor your pool’s compliance status, and ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Final Note: Stay Compliant and Stress-Free

Staying pool-compliant isn’t just about ticking boxes it’s about ensuring safety and peace of mind for you and your tenants. If your certificate is due for renewal, or you’d like to organise an inspection with your tenants, get in touch with our team. We’re here to help you navigate every step of the compliance process and keep your property safe, legal, and ready for summer.