Planning Your pool

Let’s make it happen

Planning a concrete swimming pool is an exciting step, but it can also feel overwhelming if you’re not sure where to start. At Venetian Pools, we take the stress out of the planning stage by guiding you through every practical detail, long before construction begins.

Our goal is simple: to make sure everything is properly prepared so your pool build runs smoothly, safely, and without surprises.

Understanding Your Site

Every backyard is different, and successful pool planning starts with understanding your space.

We carefully assess your property to look at things like:

Site access and working space
Soil conditions, including sand, clay, or rock
Slopes, levels, and drainage
Existing structures, fences, and landscaping

This early site assessment helps us plan accurately and avoid delays once construction begins. Even challenging or tight-access sites can be managed with the right preparation and experience.

Navigating Council Approvals

Council requirements can be confusing, especially if you’ve never built a pool before. That’s where we step in.

We manage the approval process for you, ensuring your pool complies with:

Local council regulations
Victorian safety and setback requirements
Pool fencing and barrier standards

We handle the paperwork, applications, and coordination, keeping you informed along the way so there are no unexpected roadblocks.

Engineering & Structural Planning

Concrete swimming pools require careful engineering to ensure strength, safety, and longevity.

During the planning phase, we organise:

Structural engineering where required
Soil and ground condition assessments
Reinforcement and construction planning

This ensures your pool is built to last and suited specifically to your site conditions, giving you peace of mind from day one.

Planning for Function & Lifestyle

While design focuses on how your pool looks, planning is about how it works.

We help you think through practical considerations such as:

Pool placement for sun exposure and privacy
Entry points and step positioning
Equipment locations and access
Safety and ease of use for all ages

These details might seem small, but they make a big difference to how much you enjoy your pool long term.

Preparing for Construction

Before construction begins, everything needs to be clearly mapped out and ready.

We coordinate all pre-construction planning so you know:

What to expect at each stage
Timeframes and key milestones
How your property will be accessed and protected
When major works like excavation will occur

Clear planning leads to smoother construction and fewer interruptions to your day-to-day life.

Experience You Can Trust

With years of experience building concrete swimming pools across Melbourne, we know how to plan for both straightforward and complex projects.

Whether your block is large or compact, flat or sloping, our team has the knowledge to plan your pool properly from the ground up.

A Stress-Free Start to Your Pool Journey

Planning your pool should feel exciting, not stressful.

At Venetian Pools, we take care of the technical details, approvals, and preparation so you can feel confident and supported from the very beginning. With everything carefully planned, you can relax knowing your pool project is in safe hands.

And before you know it, you’ll be one step closer to that first swim.