The Department of Environmental Health (DEH) advises all swimming pool designers/architects/engineers to submit swimming pool applications, directly to the Department of Planning through its Online Planning System (OPS) with immediate effect. The OPS allows clients to apply for permits online, track permit-related plan reviews and inspections, and view updated notifications. For further information concerning swimming pool applications, kindly contact the DEH at 949-6696 or the Planning Department at 244-6501.