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pools and spasPools and Spas

On Stage 1, pools and spas of up to 2,000 litres can be filled with drinking water.  This is generally the size of an infant's play pool. 

A pool or spa of more than 2,000 litres can only be filled for the first time when done so in conjunction with a Water Conservation Plan approved by Yarra Valley Water.
 
Spend less time cleaning and save water too
What if my pool needs repairs - can I refill it with drinking water?
Contact us before you start repairs

 

What about topping up my pool or spa - have the rules changed?

Yes, on Stage 1 water restrictions you are able to top up an existing pool or spa using either a handheld hose fitted with a trigger nozzle or a watering can or bucket, filled either by a hand held hose fitted with a trigger nozzle, or directly from a tap.

 

Spend less time cleaning and to save water too

Ensuring that your pool is water efficient, and reducing cleaning time is as simple as these simple steps:

  • Use a cover to reduce evaporation, save on heating costs and to remove the amount of debris in your pool.

  • Install/ use a water tank for topping up

  • Install a backwash minimisation system to prevent unnecessary water loss. 

  • The Water Neutral Pool initiative is supported by Yarra Valley Water and the other greater metropolitan water retailers. It can help you save more than 6,000 litres a year.   

 

What if my pool needs repairs? I need to drain it and want to refill it with drinking water....

If your existing* pool or spa is more than 2,000 litres and need repairs, you will need to provide us with the following items before it can be refilled:

  • A detailed structural report from an independent contractor regarding the repairs that need to be undertaken.
  • Water Conservation Plan (these detail how you will conserve water in other areas to offset the increased use of filling your pool). 

 

Contact us before you start repairs

If you need to perform maintenance or repairs on your pool, please contact us first, as you will need to apply for an exemption and will be required to provide the following:

  • A detailed structural report from an independent contractor (your pool company) regarding the repairs that needs to be undertaken

  • Photo(s) of the pool showing why the repair is necessary

  • A completed exemption application form - NOTE:  The applicant must be the customer who is requesting that the pool to be filled.

  • Receipts and supporting documentation for installed water saving devices such as rainwater tanks, dual flush toilets etc.

  • Supporting documentation on when the pool was originally built or installed or an audit undertaken by an authorised plumber

We assess each application individually, please wait for us to advise you that you application has been successful before starting any works. 

There is a limit of one pool exemption per property every four years.

We reserve the right to undertake random audits for compliance with your Water Conservation Plan

*Existing means the pool was set-up permanently and at least 75% full at the time when the prevailing stage of restrictions was declared.