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Building on your lot in Pomona

Pomona sets its own limits on dogs and cats, pool setbacks and upkeep, and rooftop solar permits. Fence heights and accessory structures are covered in separate parts of its code.

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Key points

  • Dogs and cats: Pomona allows at most 3 adult dogs or 4 adult cats per premises, and no more than 5 animals in total.
  • Pools: Pomona pools must be at least 5 feet from side or rear property lines, and pool water must stay clean with the bottom visible.
  • Rooftop solar: A small rooftop solar system that meets the approved checklist and standard plan is processed in 3 business days.
  • Fences: Pomona covers fence and wall height in Part 6 of its code.
  • Accessory structures: Pomona covers accessory uses and structures in Sec. 550.

Each rule below is marked Pomona code or CA state law and links to the section it comes from (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

Solar panels and EV chargers

Pomona code What Pomona's code adds
EV charger permit
  • You may apply electronically, with the required permit processing and inspection fees.
    § 75-5 · code text
    The applicant may submit an application and related documentation for an electric vehicle charging station by electronic submittal, with all required permit processing and inspection fees, as specified on the city's website.
  • City approval and all needed permits are required before the station is turned on or used.
    Applies: Applies after a completed application.
    § 75-5 · code text
    A completed application does not authorize an applicant to energize or utilize the electric vehicle charging station until approval and all necessary permits are granted by the city.
  • The city approves and issues all needed permits once the checklist, laws and health and safety standards are met.
    Applies: Applies when the application and documents meet the city checklist and all laws and health and safety standards.
    § 75-6 · code text
    Upon confirmation by the director of development services that the permit application and supporting documents meet the requirements of the city adopted checklist, and is consistent with all applicable laws and health and safety standards, the director of development services shall, consistent with Government Code section 65850.7, as may be amended, approve the application, and issue all necessary permits.
Review time
  • The permit is issued within 3 business days.
    Applies: Applies to small home rooftop solar that meets the approved checklist and standard plan.
    § 74-300 · code text
    For an application for a small residential rooftop solar energy system that meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standard plan, the building division shall issue a building permit or other non-discretionary permit within three business days.

Swimming pools

Pomona code What Pomona's code adds
Maintenance and empty pools
  • Water may not be foul, noxious, filthy or stagnant, and the bottom must be visible at all times.
    Applies: Applies to swimming pools, spas and hot tubs in the city.
    § 74-294 · code text
    It is a nuisance and unlawful for any person to keep in the city or suffer or permit to be kept at or upon any premises in the city owned, controlled or occupied by him a swimming pool, spa or hot tub in a foul, noxious, filthy or stagnant condition. The water of all swimming pools, spas and hot tubs must be kept sufficiently clear that the bottom will be visible at all times.
Setback from property lines
  • At least 5 feet from side and rear property lines.
    Applies: Applies to side and rear property lines.
    § 74-291 · code text
    A swimming pool shall not be located closer than five feet from side or rear property lines pursuant to the zoning code.

Pets, chickens and bees

Pomona code What Pomona's code adds
Pet limit
  • No more than 3 adult dogs or 4 adult cats, and no more than 5 in total.
    Applies: Per premises. Puppies and kittens under 8 weeks old are not counted.
    § 6-41 · code text
    No person shall keep more than three adult dogs or four adult cats, for a combined total of no more than five animals, upon any premises within the city, except puppies or kittens under the age of eight weeks.

Other Pomona rules on this

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Frequently asked questions

How tall can a fence be in Pomona?

Pomona covers fence and wall height in Part 6 of its code. Pomona also has a related rule: Fence and wall height (Part 6).

How big can a shed or accessory building be in Pomona?

Pomona covers accessory uses and structures in Sec. 550. Pomona also has a related rule: Accessory uses and structures (Sec. 550).

Do I need a permit for solar panels or an EV charger in Pomona?

A small rooftop solar system that meets the approved checklist and standard plan is processed in 3 business days.

What are the pool fence and setback rules in Pomona?

Pomona pools must be at least 5 feet from side or rear property lines, and pool water must stay clean with the bottom visible.

Can I keep chickens or bees at my home in Pomona?

Pomona allows at most 3 adult dogs or 4 adult cats per premises, and no more than 5 animals in total.

General information, not legal advice.

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