RESOURCE COLLECTION
Water Quality
We make sure our water sources, connections, wells, and pools are safe for all San Franciscans.
Resources
Backflow assembly testing
Wells
Water reuse systems
Swimming pools and spas
Apply to operate a swimming pool or spa
Submit an application to operate an existing or new public swimming pool or spa.
Pool cover requirements
Make sure you understand the requirements for the use and storage of your pool cover.
Resources for operating a public swimming pool or spa
Find requirements, standards, and application forms about managing a public pool or spa.
Ocean and beach water quality
Health and building codes
San Francisco Health Code Article 12A: Backflow
City health code for backflow prevention.
San Francisco Health Code Article 12B: Borings & Wells
City health code outlining soil boring and well regulations.
San Francisco Health Code Article 12C: Alternate Water
City health code outlining alternate water sources for non-potable applications.
San Francisco Health Code Article 15: Pools and spas
City health code outlining public swimming pools and spas.
California Building Code Chapter 31B [DPH]: Public Pools
State code outlining public pool regulations.