Key facts
- Permits
- Pools need planning permission
- Water
- Many homes have a rainwater cistern (bir)
- Running costs
- Water, power, chemicals, maintenance
- Buying
- Check permits and equipment
Buying a home with a pool
- Permit — confirm the pool appears on an approved permit. See planning permits.
- Condition — leaks, finishes and the age of pumps and filters.
- Water and power — how it is filled and the running costs.
- Safety — fencing or covers, especially with children.
Adding a pool
- Architect — design, structure and the planning application.
- Space and access — excavation in rock is common in Malta.
- Water — consider a rainwater cistern (bir) and efficient filtration.
- Budget — construction, equipment and ongoing maintenance.
Running a pool
Weekly cleaning and chemical balance in summer; covers reduce evaporation and heat loss.
See buying a villa.
