Letter to Pools & Aquatic Spray Grounds

The following is a list of forms pool and beach operators must complete and upload an online application to the Dutchess County Department  Health (DCDOH) prior to opening your swimming pool/beach.

Starting April 21st, 2025,  the application for a permit to operate a swimming pool/bathing beach will be online. For existing Pools, Beaches and Aquatic Spraygrounds, make a new account if you do not already have one and use the search bar function to find your facility. For new operators, please create a new facility in the application. Applications will not be accepted until April 21, 2025. Please note: paper applications will not be accepted from now on.

Homeowner’s Associations that are exempt from having a lifeguard must comply with specific submission requirements when completing the permit application and the following safety plan statement and checklist.

Safety Plan Statement Form - once completed, will provide written confirmation that your previously approved safety plan accurately represents the staff training and emergency response procedures that will be implemented during the upcoming season. Any changes or additions to your safety plan must be submitted to this office in written form and receive approval. Safety Plan Templates are provided for your use.

Swimming Pool and Bathing Beach Safety Plan Checklist - you must use this to review your facility’s safety plan for the required content. Please check off each item on this sheet under the column labeled “facility operator use.” Once you have completed your plan review, you must sign the back of the form and return it to the DCDOH.

These forms as well as other important information relating to the operation of your swimming pool/bathing beach are all available for download on this website. This includes Fact Sheets which outline the Department of Health's approved lifeguard certifications. Certification courses can be found at www.redcross.org and http://www.redcross.org/ny/albany.

DCDOH offers an awareness-heightening presentation on drowning victim recognition. This seminar will be given by Department of Health staff upon receipt of your request. To arrange for a training session, please call the district office that covers your facility.