Can you settle a jacuzzi in your garden?

Verified 27 January 2021 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)

You own it

It is possible to settle a jacuzzi in your garden, provided that you respect the rules applicable to the installation and to the swimming pool safety. In fact, a jacuzzi is like a swimming pool.

However, the local city planning plan (PLU) of your municipality may set stricter regulations or prohibitions. To find out, you need to ask the city planning department of your town hall.

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You're a tenant

You must first request and obtain the authorization of the owner of the property you rent.

If you settle a Jacuzzi without the agreement of your owner or despite his refusal, the owner can demand the refurbishment, at your expense, upon your final departure. He will also be able, unless he finds an arrangement, to keep the jacuzzi without compensation.

The installation of a Jacuzzi in the garden must comply with the rules applicable to the installation and to the swimming pool safety. In fact, a jacuzzi is like a swimming pool.

However, the local city planning plan (PLU) of your municipality may set stricter regulations or prohibitions. To find out, you need to ask the city planning department of your town hall.

Who shall I contact