Do You Need a Pool Compliance Inspection Every 4 Years in Regional Victoria?

Many pool and spa owners across Ballarat, Hepburn, Bendigo, Melton, Colac, Camperdown, Maryborough, Melton and regional Victoria are unaware that Victorian pool safety regulations require a Form 23 Certificate of Pool Barrier Compliance every four years.

Unfortunately, many homeowners only discover this requirement after missing a council deadline and receiving correspondence requesting action.

Understanding your obligations — and acting early — can save time, stress and unnecessary back-and-forth with council.

Why Pool Compliance Inspections Are Required Every 4 Years

Under Victorian Government pool safety laws, registered swimming pools and spas must undergo regular barrier compliance inspections. Once compliant, a Form 23 Certificate of Compliance is issued and lodged with council.

This inspection is required every four years to ensure pool barriers, gates and safety features continue to meet current standards.

Changes over time — such as wear and tear, landscaping, renovations or gate hardware issues — can affect compliance without homeowners realising.

Why Homeowners Are Often Caught Out

Many pool owners assume that once a pool is approved, no further inspections are required. However, council records track inspection dates, not day-to-day changes at the property.

Homeowners are often caught out when:

• It has been more than four years since the last inspection

• Council undertakes a compliance review

• A property is being prepared for sale or lease

• Council correspondence highlights an overdue inspection

By the time a letter arrives, timelines can feel tight — which is why acting promptly is important.

What to Do If You’ve Received a Letter from Council

If you’ve received correspondence from Council, or you suspect your pool compliance inspection is overdue, booking an inspection is the best next step.

At Country Vic Pool Inspections, we:

• Conduct professional pool and spa barrier compliance inspections

• Issue Form 23 Certificates of Compliance when compliant

• Provide clear, practical advice if rectification is required

• when requested, Notify Council once your inspection is scheduled, demonstrating that you are taking action

  
  

Booking an inspection helps move the compliance process forward smoothly and reduces unnecessary stress.

Local Pool Compliance Inspections You Can Trust

Country Vic Pool Inspections is a local, qualified pool inspection service proudly servicing Ballarat, Hepburn, Bendigo, Melton, Colac, Camperdown, Maryborough, Melton and regional Victoria.

We offer a friendly, professional approach, clear communication and straightforward guidance — whether your pool passes first time or needs minor adjustments to meet compliance standards.

Book Your Pool Compliance Inspection

If it’s been more than four years since your last pool compliance inspection, or you’ve received correspondence from council, now is the right time to act.

👉 To book your inspection, complete the Contact Us form on our website:www.countryvicpoolinspections.com.au

Taking action early helps keep your pool compliant, your paperwork up to date, and the process simple.