40demerits
FOUNTAINS SOUTHEND APARTMENTS
126 NEW BERN ST, Charlotte, NC 28203
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530293
Latest result40 demerits
Last inspectedSep 10, 2026
Inspections on record31
On record sinceJul 30, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jul 30, 2013Lower is betterSep 10, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 10, 2026 40 demerits · 11 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Edwin Marquez.
Some chipping and large expansion joints on pool deck. Maintain deck with no gaps or offsets > 1/2”.
One skimmer does not appear to be functioning. Maintain skimmers in good working order. Will follow up on next inspection.
Body hook behind the bushes, was noted on last inspection. Body hook shall be easily visible and readily accessible. Relocate to a permanent location where it is easily visible and accessible. Will follow up on return visit in 30 days.
Intent to suspend issued
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#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No total alkalinity or cyanuric acid checks this month. No recent pool maintenance activities. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. - Intent to suspend item.
Cyanuric acid at 100 - 110 ppm for the last 2 months. .2535(4) The cyanuric acid level shall not exceed 100 ppm. - Intent to suspend item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Leaves on pool floor and partially covering main drains. .2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. - Intent to suspend item.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One weir installed upside down, two weirs missing. Was noted on previous inspection. .2518(k) Provide functional weirs. - Intent to suspend item.
Most skimmer baskets full of leaves. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Intent to suspend item.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Depth markers on pool deck and pool wall at sunshelf in inches. .2523(c) Depth markers shall include the word "feet" or symbol "ft". - Intent to suspend item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder installed < 3” from pool wall. .2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall to ladder rung.
Ladder loose and missing endcap. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
Some handrails loose. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Body hook not attached to pole. Body hook screws not observed. .2530(a) Provide at least 12 ft. long pole with body hook securely attached. - Corrected.
Body hook on the ground behind bushes. This is a recurring issue. .2530(a) Lifesaving equipment should be conspicuously and conveniently located. - Will follow up with facility to correct.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Children should not use the swimming pool portion of sign black, no longer legible. .2530(c) Provide "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision." in 1" lettering. - Intent to suspend item.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Address and phone number heavily faded. .2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. - Corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in the pump room. .2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534.
Fan not working in pump room. .2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
Fan not working in chemical storage room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Most piping not labeled. .2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes with a legend or labels.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Backwash lines extend into backwash pit. .2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
May 8, 2026 24 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Conducted inspection with operators. Intent to suspend issued for records. Item must be corrected by May 31st or new permit will not be issued. Call EHS Devon with any questions 7049981122.
EHS recommends replacing flow meter soon due to difficulty of reading GPM.
NO PLACARD ON FILTRATION PUMP - 3 HP MOTOR
Const. Date: 7/30/2013 Rope Length: 48'0 Night Swim?: NO
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
EHS observed pH at 7.8. Operator corrected to 7.6. No permit action.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly.
Most records for May missing. Daily drain checks for April missing. Intent to suspend item.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
.2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
2 out of 5 weirs missing. Replace. No permit action.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed gate by leasing office not self-latching. Corrected during inspection. No permit action.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone.
Address faded from signage. Operator corrected. No permit action.
Oct 7, 2025 20 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate suspension issued.
Contact Chris Sells when repairs are completed at 704 576 8678.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed algae on walls around ladder feet.
Observed leaves on bottom of pool
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed body hook on ground behind bushes, not able to be seen on the pool deck.
.2530(a) Provide at least 12 ft. long pole with body hook securely attached in a conspicuous location.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed emergency phone not functioning.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter decal indicating rate of flow damaged and no longer able to be read in area where pump flow is. Replace.
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational.
May 29, 2025 16 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Pool permit suspended until return visit is completed and CL and ring buoy replaced
Call Chris Sells at 704 576 8678
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm.
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment includes body hook and pole and USCG approved ring buoy with required rope length.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Observed no chlorine residual in pool.
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed algae buildup on pool walls.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed ring buoy beckett Rope damaged. Replace.
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment includes body hook and pole and USCG approved ring buoy with required rope length.
Oct 29, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed no non-compliant conditions.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Feb 1, 2024 14 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Equalizers expired. Submit pdsc form.
Contact Chris Sells with questions at 704 576 8678
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
Equalizers expired. Submits updated pdsc form as required.
.2539(c) All pools, prior to permit issuance, shall provide documentation to the Department to verify suction outlet safety compliance.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed waterline tiles collecting residue.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed rear gate not self-closing self-latching. Corrected during inspection.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
Aug 10, 2023 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to suspend for rear gate.
Repairs must be completed within 30 days or pool will be closed.
Call Chris Sells when repairs are complete at 704 576 8678
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed waterline tiles dirty. Observed algae growth on pool walls and floor.
Observed missing waterline tiles.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed skimmer lid damaged.
Observed skimmers dirty.
.2518(k) Replace damaged skimmer lid.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed gate at rear not properly closing.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
Intent to suspend.
Apr 27, 2023 12 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: .2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable and capable of ringing and accepting call back.
Immediate suspension issued.
Call Chris Sells when repairs are completed at 704 576-8678
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed ring buoy rope at 38’. Required to be 48’
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone not accepting calls back and very difficult to hear.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
Jul 19, 2022 30 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to Suspend (ITS) for records, depth marker and vacuum fitting. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance to lift ITS.
In field for pool:
5 skimmers
8 inlets
2 vacuum lines
2 Pentair TR100c filters
Piping 2.5" in MD, Vac and Sk lines, 3" out of MD pump to other 2" piping
Pumps for pool: Filtration pump missing placard, 3HP. Feature SP3200Z17 2HP (PDSC indicates SP3220EE, but pump has not been changed, will follow up with Katie Rudisill and paperwork from Mindy at Caribbean, also pump tag reading from side of pump, not common placard)
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
pH 7.1 at time of inspection.
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Operator corrected to 7.5.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records missing maintenance and some cyanuric acid checks read "CYA" rather than number.
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly.
*Permit item
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Tiling on wall starting to break out. Keep pool walls in good repair.
*Must correct by 2023 permitting season. Lack of severity does not warrant permit action at this time.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
0 ft. on deck depth markers at sun shelf faded. Repair so that 0 ft. is clearly visible.
*Permit item
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Body hook under other maintenance items. Keep accessible. Operator moved and corrected.
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment should be conveniently located.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Vacuum cap missing on line. Line off. .2518(f) Provide a vacuum cap or self-closing cap for pools built after May 1, 2010.
*Permit item
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Ventilation not working in pump or chemical room at time of inspection. Observed chemicals of buckets stored on floor in pump room. Some items within 3' of piping in pump room..2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534.
.2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Mar 8, 2022 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Light has been fixed and correctly attached to wall. No Night Swimming.
Pumps missing placards have been verified on previous inspections. Operator stated no changes have been made.
Inspection with Edwin Marquez
No signature due to COVID
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records missing total alkalinity and cyanuric acid checks weekly.
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly.
Operator checked and added to correct.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some leaves on pool floor and on drains.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. Operator cleaned and corrected.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer baskets observed with debris at time of inspection.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator cleaned and corrected.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone number faded off emergency phone.
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. Manager made label and corrected.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Toilet out of order and toilet soiled in men's restroom.
.2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Sep 28, 2021 26 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: 15 - Ring buoy grab rope starting to degrade. Replace ring buoy with USCG approved ring buoy within 30 days. Will verify on return visit.
Intent to Suspend issued for cyanuric acid reagent, deck depth markers and step handrail.
A return visit will be made in 30 days to verify completion of above listed items. Permit will be suspended if not correct.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No cyanuric acid reagent. All bottles were empty. Replace cyanuric acid reagent. Intent to Suspend issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some algea on pool wall tiles on sun shelf. Monitor and address as needed.
Gaps between light and light niche on multiple lights in pool. Eliminate gaps so that light is flush to metal niche. Repair prior to 2022 operating season or permit will not be issued.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
0 ft. on deck depth markers at sun shelf faded. Repair so that 0 ft. is clearly visible. Intent to Suspend issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One step handrail not secure into ground with whole from anchor left open. Secure handrail to step anchor. Intent to Suspend issued.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone number faded off emergency phone. Written in with sharpie during the inspection.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on chlorinator inlet line. Original construction. If repaired/replaced, install flow meter per NSF requirement.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Some toilet seats loose in men's and women's restroom and one soap dispenser not operable in women's. Keep fixtures in good repair and operable.
Apr 26, 2021 32 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to suspend for CPO, records and depth marker. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance to lift ITS. New annual permit will NOT be issued for 5/1/2021 to 4/30/2022 until permit items are corrected. Permit will expire 4/30/2021.
"W" status.
Inspection with Edwin Marquez
No signature due to COVID
Pool not heated. No Night Swimming.
#1 · Water quality: water clear enough to clearly see bottom of pool and pool drain −6
Skimmer equalizer cover observed with algae, not clearly visible. .2535(2) Main drains must be clearly visible from the pool deck. Operator cleaned and corrected.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records missing daily main drain checks. No active CPO, waiting on renewal.
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly.
.2537(c) Pool owner shall provide for the operation and maintenance of the pool by a trained pool operator.
*Intent to Suspend/permit item
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer baskets observed with debris at time of inspection.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator cleaned and corrected.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Observed one 4 IN depth markers at sun shelf reading in inches only. .2523(c) Depth markers shall include the word "feet" or symbol "ft".
.2523(c) Depth markers shall be 4 inches in height and of a contrasting color with the background, clearly visible.
*ITS/permit item
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Front gate not self-closing, self-latching at time of inspection.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. Operator corrected to self-close, self-latch.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed phone number not listed on emergency phone at time of inspection.
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. Operator added and corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pool chemicals stored in equipment room.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. Operator moved and corrected.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
No soap in women's restroom at time of inspection. .2526(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink. Operator replaced soap and corrected.
Nov 24, 2020 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Lifted suspension for drain covers. Changed to "A" Open for Business.
Approved PDSC, main drains 4 Hayward WG1032 BHF, installed 10/28/20.
Inspection with Edwin Marquez and LeAndrea Combo
Report to Edwin Marquez
No signature due to COVID-19
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some small pieces of tiling on wall missing by depth markers on shallow and deep end. Keep in good repair. No offsets greater than 1/2". Lack of severity does not warrant permit action.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Depth marker "0 FT" placed over "IN" tile at 4 IN depth of pool, reading 4 0 FT. .2523(a) Provide depth markers on pool walls and pool deck at both ends of the pool. Pool depth is 0 FT 4 IN at this point. Operator added "IN" by 4, to read 4 IN, 0 FT. Markers are correct spacing apart. Corrected.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
One inlet fitting not screwing completely into wall, but in tact, not protruding greater than 2". .2518(i) Provide inlet fittings in good repair. Operator removed and is ordering new replacement. Send verification to Marie Daley at 704-507-6806.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Ventilation not working in pump or chemical room at time of inspection. Observed chlorine puck buckets stored on floor in pump room. Some items within 3' of piping in pump room..2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534.
.2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Jul 29, 2020 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: ITS for gates self-closing, self-latching.
Changed to "W"
Inspection with: Edwin Marquez and Julese Dortch.
Report sent to: sm.fountains@irtliving.com; cm.fountains@irtliving.com
No signature due to COVID-19.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmers with debris at time of inspection.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator cleaned and corrected.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Front gate not self-closing, self-latching at time of inspection.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
**30 Day Intent to Suspend (ITS) Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when corrected to lift ITS.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Ventilation not working in pump or chemical room at time of inspection.
.2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
.2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Jun 1, 2020 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Posted 2020 annual sticker permit.
Lifted ITS. Changed to "A" Open for Business, valid permit, with condition of following Executive Orders for NC swimming pools,
outlined in permit.
No Night Swimming.
Must replace main drain covers and submit updated PDSC information for approval prior to expiration Oct 2020.
Operator unable to sign due to COVID-19 protocol and safety precautions to not share equipment.
Inspection completed with: Edwin Marquez
Sent report to: cm.fountains@irtliving.com
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Sun shelf starting to crack, in middle. Some tiling coming loose on pool wall. Keep smooth and in good repair. Operator stated plans for repair were to happen in 2020, but may be delayed due to COVID-19. If significant renovations are made, ensure proper paperwork for approval is submitted. Lack of severity does not warrant permit action.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Back gate not self-latching at time of inspection.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. Operator adjusted to self-close, self-latch and corrected.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone number posted (980-207-1206) on signage, did not match what emergency operator has (980-207-1305) on file.
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. Emergency phone tested and works back to 911 number on file. Operator corrected number on signage.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Ventilation not working in chemical storage at time of inspection. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Mar 2, 2020 28 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: ITS issued for gates and records.
Main drains expire October 2020. Update PDSC Form and submit for approval with main drain replacement PRIOR to expiration to avoid permit action.
Pool NOT approved for Night Swimming. For Night Swimming verification visit must be made to verify sufficient lighting.
#1 · Water quality: water clear enough to clearly see bottom of pool and pool drain −6
Leaves and debris covering main drains at time of inspection.
.2535(2) Main drains must be clearly visible from the pool deck. Operator cleaned drains and corrected.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
pH 8.0 at time of inspection.
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Operator corrected to 7.4.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records missing daily main drain check, maintenance activity, multiple months of same readings daily and not matching readings of chemicals on day of inspection.
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly.
*30 Day ITS item
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some small tiles missing by 5 FT end of pool. Algae buildup by ladders. Lack of severity does not warrant permit action.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Front gate not self-latching at time of inspection.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
*30 Day ITS item
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Ventilation not working in chemical storage at time of inspection. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Toilet paper not available in women's restroom stall at time of inspection. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms. Operator added and corrected.
Sep 11, 2019 28 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Ring buoy not easily accessible at time of inspection. Address so buoy can be reached by residents if needed. Currently blocked by bushes. 30 days to address or permit will be suspended.
Glass bulbs in entry area outside of the pool barrier. Tie into building - glass bulbs overhang the pool deck. Verify that bulbs are shatterproof or remove from deck. 30 days to address or permit will be suspended.
Pool motor replaced. No bond wire attached. Per operator, no permit has been pulled. Pool voluntarily closed until permit is pulled and passed. Will refer to Code Enforcement. If pool does not remain closed, the permit will be suspended by the Department. Once a permit has been pulled, provide electrical permit number to inspector.
23 - No flow meter on chlorinator. Install per NSF requirements.
Intent to Suspend issued for record keeping, weir, depth markers and fence height.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Alkalinity and acid not recorded weekly. Record weekly. Intent to Suspend issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Severe etching in some locations and algea on pool walls/flooring.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
Some tiling missing off of pool walls. Replace tiling where needed.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One skimmer missing weir at sun shelf. Replace weir. Intent to Suspend issued.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Pool wall and pool deck missing 0 ft. Provide 0 ft. 4 in. on pool wall and pool deck. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2523(c) Depth markers shall include the word "feet" or symbol "ft".
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Brick wall closest to building at 45" from ground due to landscaping. Barrier built post-2010. Repair to maintain 48" height barrier around pool. Intent to Suspend issued.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
Pool lights not operable. Pool is not permitted for night swimming. For night swimming, pool lights shall be repaired or sufficient light shall be provided so all areas of pool and pool deck are clearly visible. A night swimming visit must be scheduled for night swimming approval.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pool chemicals stored on chemical storage room floor. Keep chemicals stored up off the floor.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
No toilet paper in women's restroom in one stall. Provide toilet paper.
Apr 17, 2019 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Ring bouy beckett rope becoming damaged from sun.
Replace ring bouy by next inspection.
Verified PDSC information.
Intent to suspend issued for gate not self-closing self-latching.
Contact Chris Sells when repairs are complete at 704 576 8678.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed residue collecting on equalizer covers.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed front gate not self-closing self-latching.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
Nov 5, 2018 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Received and approved PDSC form. Verified on site
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Oct 23, 2018 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC information.
Intent to suspend issued for flow meter.
Equalizer cover expire 10/2018
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed one basket floating, leaves on bottom of skimmer.
.2518(k) Surface skimmers shall be installed per manufacturer's instructions.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter not functioning.
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational.
Intent to suspend.
May 9, 2018 14 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC information verified.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed debris in skimmer.
Corrected during inspection. Cleaned.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed holes for lift in deck greater than 1/2 inchs.
Corrected during inspection. Filled.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed phone number not lised on emergency phone.
Corrected During inspection.
Nov 21, 2017 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to suspend issued for items 9 and 16. Pool will be closed if items are not completed in 30 days.
Call Chris Sells for questions or to inspect repaired items at 704 576 8678
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris collecting at bottom of pool
Keep pool clean.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Observed depth markers at sun shelf reading in inches only. Depth marks must read in feet. Acceptable change to the current tile would be 0FT 4IN in a minimum of 4 inch lettering.
**Intent to suspend
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed auto fill missing fitting. Replace fitting inside pool.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed rear gate not readily opening.
Observed front and rear gates with greater than 1/2 inch openings around the release mechanism. Observed front gate with greater than 2 inch opening under gate.
The gate and barrier shall have no openings greater than 0.5 inch within 18 inches of the release mechanism. See rule .2528(a)(7)
Pools constructed after 2010 must have no more than 2 inches from ground to bottom of gate.
**Intent to suspend item
Jun 21, 2017 28 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: K. Wilson on-site today prior to L. Boyes' pool inspection to review pool filtration system PDSC form and pool bubbler/ fountain PDSC forms .
GC #15 & #19 Landscape plants have grown to the point that they are partially obscuring the pool rules sign (that includes the language that prohibits pets and glass containers in pool area), the ring buoy (w/ throw rope), and the body hook.
** CPO reports that he will have the landscape crew trim the plants back this week so that the sign, ring buoy & body hook are all in clear view. EHS to make follow up visit.
INTENT TO SUSPEND for #16. (Pool gate)
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed some skimmer baskets with accumulation of debris. ** Corrected during inspection.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Automatic fill line pipe outlet on pool wall missing fitting.
** Install fitting.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
The gate leading from grill area into pool enclosure has been re-aligned/ adjusted since EHS' 5/27/17 spa visit however, it will sometimes will not engage latch completely. ** Repair gate.
Intent to Suspend.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed 2 holes (w/ bolts) on pool deck where handicap chair lift was anchored when it was in place. ** Either re-install handicap chair lift or install plugs in holes, etc. to eliminate > 1/2" offset and eliminate any trip hazard.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
-- The emergency phone number posted on the emergency phone (box) is faded and cannot be read. ** Emergency phone number re-posted on phone while EHS on-site.
-- Canopy covered round couch blocking view to emergency phone. ** Couch relocated to opposite end of pool while EHS on-site.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter float stuck. ** Keep flow meter operational.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Hose bib in pool equipment room lacks back flow protection. ** Install a vacuum breaker on this hose bib (and on each hose bib in the 2nd equipment room).
Dec 22, 2016 14 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Feb 29, 2016 14 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Sep 3, 2015 16 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Apr 29, 2015 20 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Oct 28, 2014 20 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Jun 23, 2014 20 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Aug 29, 2013 0 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Jul 30, 2013 4 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “FOUNTAINS SOUTHEND APARTMENTS” or State ID 2060530293). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.