A94

MICROTEL INN CHAR UNIV PLACE

132 E MCCULLOUGH DR, Charlotte, NC 28262

Lodging · NC permit/State ID 2060200316

Latest gradeA (94)

Last inspectedJan 13, 2026

Inspections on record12

On record sinceAug 8, 2013

Score history

Aug 8, 2013Higher is betterJan 13, 2026

Inspections & violations

Jan 13, 2026 A 94 · 5 violations

#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1

REPEAT 4-201.11 Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. - Observed rusted shelving of the refrigerator in room 307. Observed soiled interior of refrigerator in room 307, 215, 110. Observed rusted/stained microwave in room 215, 110, 307. Cleaning/ Repairing or Replacing item needed. Keep all equipment clean and in good repair.

#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided

General Comment: 15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment.- Observed the facility is using QAC sanitizer for cleaning. The facility does not have test strips available on site. Please obtain the test strips and have available to measure the correct concentration of the solution as needed.

#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −1

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.- Observed dual purposes sink in laundry room without soap and paper towel for hand washing. Ensure to provide soap and paper towels for proper handwashing at all times.

#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. - Observed AC filters need cleaning and keep clean in room 307, 215. Observed in room 215: damaged wall by shower rod in restroom, disrepair light by the bed, and peeling ceiling. Observed missing light cover in restroom 307. Cleaning/ Repairing needed. Point remain the same due to improvement.

#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .1826 (g) Perimeter walls and roofs shall protect the lodging establishment from the weather, and the entry of insects, rodents, and other pests. - Observed water stained/damaged on ceiling tiles 2nd floor hallway above vending machines, damaged ceiling and wall in laundry room, hole on ceiling tile 1st floor hall way. Dust cover ceiling vent needs cleaning on 3 rd floor. Observed lady bugs and stink bugs on counter by the window in room 201. Cleaning/ Repairing needed. Keep the premises clean and good repair. Half point deducted due to improvement.

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Jan 23, 2025 A 92 · 7 violations

#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −1

REPEAT 4-201.11 Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. - Observed interior of refrigerators damaged in room 203. Rusted shelving of the refrigerator in room 117, 307. Damaged and rusted microwave in room 117, 313. Repair or replacement needed. Keep all equipment in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed soiled refrigerator in room 203, 307. Cleaning needed and keep clean.

#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied

15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.- Observed dual purposes sink in laundry room without soap and paper for hand washing. Ensure to provide soap and paper towels for handwashing at all hand sinks at all times.

#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. - Observed HVAC unit right at the front lobby in need of repair, there is towels tucked in underneath the unit to catch moisture. Observed broken AC filter in room 327, filters need cleaning and keep clean in room 313, 327. Repair or replace. Point remain the same at this time.

#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −4

REPEAT 15A NCAC 18A .1826 (g) Perimeter walls and roofs shall protect the lodging establishment from the weather, and the entry of insects, rodents, and other pests. - Observed ceiling peeling in rooms 211, 203. Observed water stained ceiling tiles on 2nd floor hallway, damage/hole on ceiling tile 1st floor hall way. Peeling paint/damage ceiling in the fitness room, laundry room, front lobby room. Observed wall damage in the laundry room. Wall and ceiling need to be repair or replace throughout the building.

#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed

15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.- Observed holes on bed cover sheets in room 227, 318. Stained on bed skirt in room 307. Clean and provide good repair linens.

#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1

5-501.114 Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place.- Observed a dumpster is missing a drain plug. Obtain a drain plug. 5-502.11 Refuse, recyclables and returnables shall be removed from the premises at a frequency that will minimize the development of objectionable odors and other conditions that attract or harbor insects and rodents.- Observed clusters of furniture, pallets, leaves, solid wastes around and behind the dumpster. The area need to be cleared and clean up. Keep area clean and clear.

#35 · Storage areas provided for maintenance equipment; stored to avoid contamination of food and food contact surfaces

15A NCAC 18A .1827(g) A storage area shall be provided for building and ground maintenance tools and supplies and stored in a manner to avoid contamination of food and food contact surfaces, linen, and single-use articles.- Observed linen boxes in storage room 3rd floor need to be stored off the floor. Keep/store all supplies off the floor at least 6 inches at all time.

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Apr 5, 2024 A 93.5 · 4 violations

#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −0.5

4-201.11 Equipment and utensils shall be designed and constructed to be durable and to retain their characteristic qualities under normal use conditions. - Observed interior of refrigerators damaged in rooms 339 and 203.

#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. - Observed drawer off track in room 339, curtains peeling and desk chair peeling. Observed HVAC unit in need of repair in room 305 and the 3rd floor stair well. Observed tub damage and curtains peeling in room 203. Observed curtain peeling in room 213.

#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (g) Perimeter walls and roofs shall protect the lodging establishment from the weather, and the entry of insects, rodents, and other pests. - Observed ceiling peeling in rooms 339, 305 and 203. Observed water stained ceiling tiles above the vending machine on 2nd floor and between rooms 112 and 114. Observed touch up paint needed on 3rd floor. Observed stairs in need of repair in the stairwell. Observed wall damage in the laundry room.

#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining −2

Observed insects crawling in the cabinets in the breakfast area. **15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.

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Mar 16, 2023 A 91.5 · 8 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Head of maintenance, Jose Otoya, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to facility at:

#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used −0.5

15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ice machine on first floor out of order. EHS advises facility to have ice machine repaired. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided −1

15ANCAC 18A. 1824(k) A test kit or other device that measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided by the lodging establishment. Observed no test strips to measure the strength of sanitizer within lodging establishment. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −2

15A NCAC 18A .1826(a) Handwashing sinks as required in Rule .1825 in this section shall be supplied with hand soap, and either individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a hand drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. Observed no paper towels/hand drying device at sink in main laundry room for employee to utilize in between handling clean and soiled linen. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −2

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed carpet staining throughout main walkways through toilet facility. Observed backside of drapes peeling in rooms 336, 324, 317, 238, 203, and 111. Observed loose toilet seat in room 324. Observed dust accumulation to removable AC vent in room 111. Observed hole in tub wall in room 203. Observed plastic on wall light cover broken in room 203. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed popcorn ceiling peeling near main check in desk. Observed popcorn ceiling over AC vent peeling and light fixture coming out of wall. Observed wall behind laundry equipment in main laundry room in need of repair. Observed floor tiles chipping in main laundry room. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining

15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed ants crawling on windows seal near main check in area.

#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1

5-501.15 Maintain refuse, recyclables, and returnables receptacles with tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers. Observed 1 dumpster door and lid opened during time of inspection. 5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed trash/debris/litter surrounding dumpster area. Observed bed frame and wooden pallets with dumpster area. REPEAT VIOLATION.

#38 · Premises kept neat and clean

15A NCAC 18A .1827(a) The premises shall be kept free of litter and items unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the lodging establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. Observed debris/litter surrounding premises. Head of maintenance began cleaning premises of debris/litter while EHS typed report.

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Mar 3, 2022 A 93 · details not yet loaded