CHAPTER 394

An Act to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered
85-16.1, so as to require that a permit be issued by the State Health
Commissioner before construction of certain swimming pools and to
authorize the State Health Commissioner to promulgate rules and

regulations concerning sanitary design and construction of same.
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CHS. 394, 395, 396] ACTS OF ASSEMBLY 449

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia: .

1. That the Code of Virginia be amended by adding a section numbered
35-16.1 as follows:

§ 35-16.1. No person, firm or corporation shall commence the con-
struction of any swimming pool which is to be operated in connection with-
any establishment referred to in § 35-15 until there shall have been first
obtained from the State Health Commissioner a permit in writing signed by
the State Health Commissioner. Before issuing such permit the State
Health Commissioner or person designated by him shall examine the plans
and specifications for the proposed construction to determine whether
adequate sanitation provisions are included therein to promote the public
health and safety. The State Health Commissioner is hereby authorized
to promulgate rules and regulations as to the sanitary design and con-
struction of such swimming pools.

Upon determining that the proposed construction conforms to such
rules and regulations, the State Health Commissioner shall issue such
permit to any person, firm or corporation who shall apply therefor. No fee
shall be charged for any such permit.