[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by CFrance

The home inspection guy on TOTV (Frank D'Angelo?) had a post about how many hot tubs he has seen with not-to-code or improper installation.

If I may quote Mr. D'Angelo:

"The code states that any window within 5 feet of the waters edge is supposed to be tempered glass. Sliding glass doors are already tempered glass. Most windows are not.
Any outlets or switches are supposed to be 6 feet away from the waters edge. Any aluminum or metal within 5' from the waters edge needs to be bonded with at least #8 bonding wire. A 110 volt spa that already has a GFCI cord should not be plugged into an outlet already protected by a GFCI breaker.

I find these codes non-compliant all the time. Many folks just buy a spa and install it however they want to without any thought of being code compliant. I am not saying this is right or wrong....just saying what I find on a daily basis. Hope this helps! Frank D. "

That's very interesting information. Thank you.
Fireboy has installed a couple of hot tubs at our cottage, and he is willing to install this one.
Of course he isn't familiar with local code.
So I'll probably hire Lenhart Electrical to do most of the electrical work.
I'll request an electrician who is experienced at installing hot tubs. He should be able to tell us what approvals and permits are required.
Hopefully they do everything according to local code.