20demerits
BELL UPTOWN CHARLOTTE
355 W MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, Charlotte, NC 28202
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530340
Latest result20 demerits
Last inspectedSep 9, 2026
Inspections on record21
On record sinceSep 29, 2016
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Sep 29, 2016Lower is betterSep 9, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 9, 2026 20 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Albert Zayas present.
Note- ensure Cyanuric acid (stabilizer) readings are recorded at least once per week.
Intent to suspend permit issued for automatic chlorine feeder not turning off when the pump has no circulation. Correct within 30 days or permit may be suspended.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm through NSF approved chlorinator. Observed the chlorine at 0.2ppm. CDI- adjusted to 1.5ppm through automatic feeder.
#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. Pool phone number posted incorrect. CDI- correct number posted.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
.2535(6) Automatic chlorine and bromine, and acid feeder pumps shall be automatically prevented from operating when the circulation pump is not in operation. Observed automatic liquid chlorine feeder not turning off when there is no circulation through the pump. Intent to suspend permit issued. Correct within 30 days.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(e) Provide a spare basket for pump. Observed no spare pump basket.
Apr 7, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED
Pool is currently unheated
Main drain covers will expire 4/28/28
Equalizer line cover 5/28/28
Observed sign in the elevator that indicated that the pool was open until 9pm. The pool here can only be open for swimming dawn to dusk as the pool has not been approved for night swimming.
PERMIT RESTRICTIONS:
1)PUMP MUST REMAIN SET AT 3450 RPM TO MEET TURNOVER
2) NO GLASS AT BAR.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 16, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED
Main drain covers will expire 4/28/28
Equalizer line cover 5/28/28
PERMIT RESTRICTIONS:
1)PUMP MUST REMAIN SET AT 3450 RPM TO MEET TURNOVER
2) NO GLASS AT BAR.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 15, 2025 6 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Observed pump motor to be at 3110 RPM upon arrival. C. Elmore inspection Field Book states that the RPM for this motor should be set at 3450 RPM, the approved PDSC form on file states 3400 RPM to have no more than 140 GPM. C. Elmore had the motor set to 3450 RPM as given in the Field Book. The flow rate was noted to be 60 GPM at this setting.
Main drain covers will expire 4/28/28
Equalizer line cover 5/28/28
Heater is not turned on.
Take all necessary steps to ensure that the pool is kept free of debris, including windblown debris.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. Observed chlorine to be 0.3ppm upon arrival. Corrected to 7.0ppm CDI
Dec 13, 2024 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Observed pool sign indicating pool was open 9am to 9pm. Pool does not have a Night Swimming Approval from the Health Department. The pool can only be open dawn to dusk. If you wish to be evaluated for Night Swimming Approval, contact C. Elmore at 704-507-6814.
Observed pump motor to be at 3110 RPM upon arrival. C. Elmore inspection Field Book states that the RPM for this motor should be set at 3450 RPM, the approved PDSC form on file states 3400 RPM to have no more than 140 GPM. C. Elmore had the motor set to 3450 RPM as given in the Field Book. The flow rate was noted to be 80 GPM at this setting.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm. Observed 1 door with damaged latch. Door was repaired during the inspection.
Apr 30, 2024 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Ensure the KINGS III call box remains properly functional. 911 dispatch reported difficulty in understanding the call. The call did go through and communication was possible.
No violations noted.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 7, 2023 16 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Observed glass objects (wine bottle and salsa bottle) located in bar refrigerator. This is a permit violation and also glass inside the pool area may constitute a hazard. Do not allow breakable glass objects in the pool area.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH to be 7.0. Corrected during inspection to 7.3.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed 1 missing eyeball fitting. Replace the fitting. All others were in place.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
EMERGENCY CALL BOX WAS NON-FUNCTIONAL. CALL BOX MUST BE ABLE TO CONTACT LOCAL 911. CALL BOX MUST ALSO ACCEPT INCOMING CALLS TO CALL BOX NUMBER. CALL BACK NUMBER FOR THE BOX AND PROPER ADDRESS FOR THE POOL MUST BE ON RECORD WITH LOCAL 911 SERVICES.
May 24, 2023 12 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: POOL HAS PASSED INSPECTION AND BEEN ISSUED THE PERMIT DECAL. PAPER PERMIT WILL BE AVAILABLE ON-LINE AT THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT WEBSITE. DISPLAY THE PERMIT AND DECAL AT THE POOL DECK AREA. POOL DOES NOT HAVE NIGHT SWIMMING APPROVAL. SWIMMING DAWN TO DUSK ONLY.
CHLORINE WAS AT A 1.0PPM AT THE END OF THE INSPECTION. ENSURE THAT 1.0PPM OR HIGHER CHLORINE IS MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES WHEN OPEN FOR SWIMMING.
OBSERVED POOL HEATER TO BE TURNED OFF.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FROM VERIFICATION CHECKLIST PROVIDED TO C. ELMORE
1. PUMP MOTOR WAS LOCKED AT 3450 RPM AS REQUIRED
2. THERE ARE 3 AQUASTAR 32CDPHFR 2017 MAIN DRAIN COVERS INSTALLED ON THE POOL FLOOR AS STATED ON THE APPROVED PDSC FORM.
3. THE MAIN DRAINS, SKIMMER LINES, AND RETURN LINES ARE 3” PIPE.
4. THERE ARE 3 AQUASTAR 6HPHA 2017 EQ LINE COVERS ON THE WALLS
5. THERE ARE 3 SKIMMERS.
6. PUMP IS A PENTAIR INTELLIFLO VSF 011056 PUMP 3.95 THP
THESE ITEMS ARE DIFFERENT FROM THOSE LISTED ON THE VERIFICATION CHECKLIST
1. THERE ARE 2 PENTAIR TR100 FILTERS IN USE, NOT 2 TR140C AS LISTED.
2. THERE ARE 8 WALL MOUNTED RETURNS, NOT 9 AS LISTED.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH to be 7.0 upon arrival. It was corrected during the inspection 7.4.
#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. Observed incorrect call back number posted on the pool call box. CDI Correct number (980-209-018) was posted.
Dec 13, 2022 24 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Observed body hook not readily visible.
Keep life safety equipment in a visible location.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH below 6.8
Immediate suspension
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed pool floor damaged at top steps and bench side near side exit.
.2537 Keep pool floor in good repair.
Observed water line tiles dirty.
.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 gate crash bar with less than 18” of cover around latch mechanism.
.2528(a) Gate latches located at less than 54" shall require the use of key, combination lock or card reader or be located on the inside of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate with no greater than 1/2" within 18" of latch mechanism.
Intent to suspend item
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed emergency phone not operating.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Observed pressure switch not functioning on chlorine pump.
.2535(6) Provide NSF approved automatic chlorinator installed per manufacturer instructions.
Jun 14, 2022 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Keep pump room doors closed and locked.
Permit issued.
CJ Bergensten present during inspection
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed pool floor damaged at top steps.
.2537 Keep pool floor in good repair.
Some damage to pool plaster at bench. Keep plaster in good repair.
Mar 25, 2022 16 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate suspension issued for the following items:
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm.
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
Pool permit suspended.
Pool is not permitted to reopen until an inspection is completed by the Department.
Contact Chris Sells when chemicals are maintained as required at 704 576 8678.
Failure to have chemicals at correct levels after calling for a return visit will result in a $100 return visit fee for the next visit.
Observed screws rusting on equalizers, replace screws.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Observed Cl at 0 ppm
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm.
Immediate suspension item
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH at 8.4.
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
Immediate suspension item
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed pool floor collecting debris.
Observed waterline tiles dirty.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
Oct 19, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed damage to pool floor on steps.
Keep pool plaster in good repair.
Observed extra chorine tablets stored in pump room.
Keep chemicals not in use stored in chemical closet.
Permit Issued.
No signature due to COIVD 19 guidelines
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 22, 2020 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 16 - Could not verify windows on to pool deck as opening 4" or less. Window limiters shall be installed to limit windows at 4" or less.
15 - Grab rope on ring buoy degrading. Replace ring buoy within 2 business days. Contact once complete. Will return to verify by Thursday, 9/24.
22 - Phone number posted at pool phone does not dial the emergency phone back. State requirements changed earlier this year to require that the posted phone number be the number for the emergency phone. 911 must be able to call the emergency phone back. Given 30 days for correction.
Intent to Suspend issued for gate. Damion Gordon present during inspection.
Pool signage blocked by foilage. Cut foilage back so clearly visible within 30 days.
No glass on pool deck. Verify bulbs on deck are shatterproof.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some damage to pool plaster at bench. Keep plaster in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
No key to back gate to verify self-closing, self-latching. Head supervisor was not onsite. Intent to Suspend issued. Gate must self-close, self-latch.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Pool furniture less than 6 ft from pool edge. Maintain 6 ft clearance around pool in all locations. Corrected during inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter not fully functionally. Running low with specific pump listed. Repair flow meter so operational.
Small leak at chlorinator and pump. Repair leaks.
Feb 12, 2020 18 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC information
Immediate suspension issued for low chlorine because pool chlorinator is not properly functioning.
Call Chris Sells when repairs are complete at 704 576 8678
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Observed chlorine at .6ppm.
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm.
Immediate suspension issued.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed pool floor damaged at top steps.
.2537 Keep pool floor in good repair.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Observed chlorine feeder inoperable at time of inspection.
.2535(6) Provide NSF approved automatic chlorinator installed per manufacturer instructions.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter not operational.
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational.
Sep 12, 2019 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC information.
Intent to Suspend Issued
Replace missing vacuuming cap
Records incomplete
Call Chris Sells when repairs are complete at 704 576 8678
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed missing records of Total Alakinity and Cyanuric Acid for August and September.
Observed pH listed at 8.0 with no corrective action. List corrective actions and new pH reading when adding chemicals.
.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.
Intent to Suspend
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed vacuum port missing self closing cap.
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair.
Intent to Suspend
Apr 25, 2019 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC information.
Main drains and equalizer expire in August.
Observed immediate suspension items corrected.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter not operating.
.2518(g) Flow meter be capable of measuring 1.5 times the design flow rate.
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational.
Jan 11, 2019 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 7. Observed pool plaster damaged on top step and on corner of bench at left side of pool.
Observed pool floor in need of brushing.
.2537 Keep pool walls and floors in good condition.
Repair for next season.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed Cl recorded at 7.1. Properly record Cl readings.
.2535 (11) The pool operator shall inspect the pool at least daily and maintain written records. Intent to suspend issued
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed one missing return fitting
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair.
Intent to suspend issued.
Nov 1, 2018 18 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC information verified.
Immediat suspension for pH.
Intent to suspend will be issued for the following items.
Gate not self closing with gaps >1/2" within 18" of unlatch mechignism
Recordkeeping
Pressure switch on chemical board not functioning
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH below 6.8.
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed records not being kept regularly. Oberved no checks for CYA in the last 3 months and only one check for TA.
.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.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed gate not latching. Observed gaps in fence greater than 1/2" within 18" of the unlatch mechagnism.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
.2528(a) Gate latches located at less than 54" shall require the use of key, combination lock or card reader or be located on the inside of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate with no greater than 1/2" within 18" of latch mechanism.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Observed automatic chlorine feeding not turning off when no flow from pump.
.2535(6) Automatic chlorine and bromine feeder pumps shall be automatically prevented from operating when the circulation pump is not in operation.
Apr 11, 2018 28 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Issued immediate suspension for #2 and #3 (chlorine and pH)
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Chlorine levels were well above 10ppm. Maintain Chlorine below 10 ppm
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH at 8.4. Maintain pH between 7.2 and 7.8
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed weekly records for total alkalinity and cyanuric acid for April. Maintain these records on a weekly basis.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed minor amount of debris on pool floor. Keep pool floor free of debris.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed deck chairs within 6 feet of pools edge. Corrected onsite.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter stuck. Repair.
Apr 6, 2017 32 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Sep 29, 2016 48 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BELL UPTOWN CHARLOTTE” or State ID 2060530340). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.