A94.5
SUBURBAN STUDIOS
8615 HANKINS RD, Charlotte, NC 28269
Lodging · NC permit/State ID 2060200762
Latest gradeA (94.5)
Last inspectedAug 10, 2026
Inspections on record4
On record sinceApr 30, 2024
Score history
Apr 30, 2024Higher is betterAug 10, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 10, 2026 A 94.5 · 4 violations
#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 microwaves rusted and chipping in rooms 101 and 205. Repair/replace. REPEAT
#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 the facility without/missing test strips for QAC sanitizer use for cleaning. Obtain the test strips. REPEAT
#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 soap and paper towels available in the dispenser at hand sink in laundry room. Ensure to provide all hand washing supplies at all hand sinks at all time. REPEAT
#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 chipping furniture in room 101, bathroom light not working in room 205, loose toilet seat in 205, and stained shower curtain in room 313. REPEAT *Points remain the same due to improvements from previous inspection*
Aug 20, 2025 A 94.5 · 7 violations
#14 · Equipment, food and non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .1824(b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed damaged refrigerator gaskets in room 301, 313. Repair/replace of gaskets needed.
#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 without/missing testing strips for QAC sanitizer use for cleaning. Obtain the test strips and have it available for chemical testing purposes.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −1
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 soap and paper towels available in the dispenser at hand sink in laundry room. Ensure to provide all hand washing supplies at all hand sinks at all time.
#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 damaged tubs/showers in room 103, 309. Repair needed. Observed soiled/stained/damaged on tubs/showers/hand sinks in room 301, 207, 236, 132, 120. Cleaning/repairing needed. Observed caulking needed around hand sink in room 207. Observed dusts/debris in drawers, cabinets in room 313, 301, 309, 207. Observed missing closet door knob in room 301, 103. Observed minor mildew on AC unit in room 107. Observed dusty on AC filters on second and third floor hallway. Detail cleaning needed, repair and replace. Keep all fixtures in good repair and clean. - Points remain the same at this time.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
General Comment:
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed damaged floor in need of repair in the vending machine room 1st floor. Observed damaged/holes/mildew growth on ceiling above shower in room 236, holes on wall in restroom 132, stained ceiling in vending machine room 1st floor. Repair needed.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
REPEAT
5-501.15 Maintain refuse, recyclables, and returnables receptacles with tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers. Observed dumpster door left open when not in use. Area around dumpster need cleaning and keep clean and neat. Point remain the same due to improvement.
#35 · Storage areas provided for maintenance equipment; stored to avoid contamination of food and food contact surfaces −1.5
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 cleaning supplies boxes (toilet tissue, linens, pillows, etc..) stored directly on the floor in closet 1st and 2nd floor. Store and keep all clean supplies above the floor at least 6 inches at anytime.
Aug 15, 2024 A 96.5 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- Observed no labeling on cleaning solution bottles. Please label all your cleaning bottles on the cleaning carts when they are not in the original container/bottle. EHS showed PIC what is talking about and information was acknowledged at the time of inspection.
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean −0.5
15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean.- Observed soiled microwave need cleaning and keep clean in 315.
#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 dusty toilet in 315, Soiled/stained tub in 316, 317. Observed dusts/debris/residues in drawers throughout (311, 315, 316, 317, 312). Observed soiled/broken AC filter throughout the facility. Detail cleaning needed and keep all furnitures and fixtures clean and in good repair.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
REPEAT
5-501.15 Maintain refuse, recyclables, and returnables receptacles with tight-fitting lids, doors, or covers. Observed dumpster door left open when not in use. Area around dumpster need cleaning and keep clean and neat. Point remain the same at this time.
Apr 30, 2024 A 96 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Did observe unlabeled bottle on cleaning cart. Also observed in laundry room employee phone laying on clean linen.
#21 · Handwashing sinks supplied and accessible; toilet tissue supplied −1
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 hand washing sink in laundry room without soap and paper towels
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed light fixture in room 343 rusted. Observed no filters for AC in room 334 .Observed ceiling damage in room 334, Observed hole in wall on first floor near exit doors. Observed hole in wall around door frame 2nd floor storage Touch paint throughout facility.
#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 soiled sheets on bed room 121
#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 doors not closed on receptacles
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SUBURBAN STUDIOS” or State ID 2060200762). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.