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Register a public aquatic facility

Under the Public Health and Wellbeing Regulations 2019, there are 2 types of public aquatic facility, Category 1 and Category 2.

Category 1 aquatic facilities

Category 1 aquatic facilities include swimming pools, spa pools or interactive water features that:

  • are used by members of the public, whether free of charge or on payment of a fee
  • are used in association with a class or program that is offered free of charge or on payment of a fee
  • are located at the premises of an early childhood service, school or other educational institution
  • are located at the premises at which residential aged care services are provided
  • are located at any of the following premises:
    • a public hospital
    • a private hospital
    • a denominational hospital
    • a privately-operated hospital within the meaning of section 3(1) of the Health Services Act 1988
    • a multi-purpose service;

Category 2 aquatic facilities

Category 2 aquatic facilities include swimming pools or spa pools that are used by members of the public and are located at the following types of premises:

  • a residential apartment complex
  • a hotel, motel or hostel

Requirements

Both Category 1 and Category 2 aquatic facilities must:

  • Comply with the Public Health and Wellbeing Regulations 2019 and the Department of Health’s Water Quality Guidelines.
  • Have a water quality risk management plan. The Department of Health provides guidance and a template to assist with developing a water quality risk management plan.

Only Category 1 aquatic facilities must register with Council.  To register a category 1 aquatic facility, please complete the Category 1 Aquatic Facility Registration Form.

Submit your application form:

2025/2026 Registration fee

 Cost
Category 1 Aquatic Facility$400
For each additional pool or spa above 1 on the premises$149

2024/2025 Renewal fees 

 Cost
Category 1 Aquatic Facility$300

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