2025 Pool Code Updates California Property Managers Need to Know Before Summer

Spring in the Inland Empire brings rising temperatures—and rising responsibilities for property managers. With warmer weather around the corner, ensuring your community’s pool is up to code isn’t just good practice—it’s essential.

In 2025, several pool compliance updates are either being reinforced or more strictly enforced throughout California. Whether you manage a multifamily community in Riverside, a resort-style HOA in Rancho Cucamonga, or a fitness facility in Temecula, here’s what you need to know to stay ahead of inspections and protect your residents. 2025 California pool code updates.

2025 California Pool Code Updates: Compliance Priorities for Property Managers

1. Automated Chemical Monitoring Is Encouraged, Not Mandatory

Automated chemical feeders and control systems are permitted and encouraged by the state—especially for maintaining consistent disinfectant and pH levels—but they are not legally required solely based on pool size. However, if used, they must be:

• Properly calibrated

• Monitored daily

• Approved by the local health department

2.  Daily Operational Logs Must Be Maintained and Accurate

California Code of Regulations Title 22 requires:

• Daily logging of free chlorine or bromine, pH levels, and ORP (if automated systems are in place)

• Records of equipment readings, maintenance actions, and any chemical adjustments

3. Drain Covers Must Be VGB Compliant

All public and semi-public pools must have drain covers that comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. This includes:

• Proper model certification

• Expiration tracking (typically 5–7 years after manufacture)

• Correct installation per manufacturer instructions

4. Proper Backwash Water Disposal Is a Must

California prohibits the discharge of pool or spa water into storm drains. Backwash must be routed to a:

• Sanitary sewer (via approved connections)

• Landscaped area (if permitted and does not lead to runoff)

5.  Ventilation in Indoor Equipment Rooms Should Be Reviewed

While no new 2025 law mandates specific ventilation systems, equipment rooms storing chlorine and acid must meet general safety and air circulation guidelines. Best practices include:

• Dedicated exhaust fans

• Clear separation of incompatible chemicals

• Proper storage height and labeling

What Smart Property Managers Are Doing

Here’s what proactive managers across the Inland Empire are doing right now:

• Auditing logs and documentation

• Replacing outdated drain covers

• Upgrading to automated monitoring (for accuracy and inspector confidence)

• Ensuring backwash systems follow current disposal rules

• Scheduling compliance walkthroughs ahead of summer inspections.
  

Free Compliance Audit for Inland Empire Communities

Breakpoint Commercial Pool Systems is offering complimentary 2025 compliance audits for qualifying HOAs and commercial properties throughout:

• Riverside

• San Bernardino

• Murrieta

• Fontana

• Ontario

• And surrounding areas

We’ll review your logs, inspect your equipment, and help you build a strategy for passing any health department inspection—without stress or surprises.

Final Thought

Laws evolve. Health codes tighten. But with the right partner, staying compliant isn’t a burden—it’s a breeze.

If you’re unsure where your pool stands, let us help you figure it out—before summer is in full swing and the inspectors start knocking.