A98
BROOKWOOD INN
1200 W SUGAR CREEK RD, Charlotte, NC 28213
Lodging · NC permit/State ID 2060200556
Latest gradeA (98)
Last inspectedJun 18, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceFeb 21, 2017
Score history
Feb 21, 2017Higher is betterJun 18, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 18, 2026 A 98 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Facility has replaced the furnishings in all guest rooms, including lighting fixtures, drapes, bedding, nightstands, refrigerators, and other room amenities
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
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. During time of inspection facility could not locate test strips to measure strength of sanitizer. -General comment.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed hole in ceiling behind vending machine in main lobby. Observed a few stained ceiling tiles in storage area behind main lobby. -General comment.
#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 dumpster doors and lids opened during time of inspection.
#38 · Premises kept neat and clean −1
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 litter/debris on flooring sporadically throughout premises.
Jun 26, 2025 A 96.5 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Rooms and bathrooms have recently been removed throughout building.
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1824 (b) Equipment and utensils shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed minor pink build up on ice machine located on ground floor. Clean.
#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 1 dresser knob missing on dresser in room 136. Observed removable vent broken in room 141.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only. Observed soiled laundry cart not labeled in main laundry room. -General comment.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained
5-501.114 Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. Observed a few mattresses stored within dumpster enclosure area. Remove. General comment.
Oct 26, 2023 A 93 · 3 violations
#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. -REPEAT- Observed no testing kit to measure the strength of sanitizer used within facility.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. REPEAT- Observed burn marks and chipping of bath tubs in rooms 233, 232, 228, and 143.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest. -REPEAT- Observed stains and hair on linen in rooms 233, 232, 204, and 143.
Sep 1, 2022 A 94 · 6 violations
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
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 testing kit to measure the strength of sanitizer used within facility.
#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 paper towels or hand drying device at handsink in laundry room. (EHS did observed soap at handsink, points not escalated due to some improvement).
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed loose toilet seat in rooms 138 and 238. Observed burn markings on tub in rooms 117, 151 and 245. Observed backside of drapes ripped in rooms 105 and 234. Observed AC removable vent broken in room 138.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed hole in wall in main laundry room near entrance door. Observed minor touch up paint needed to door frames throughout establishment. Improvement has been made from previous inspection, points de-escalated.
#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 burn hole on blanket in room 151.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained −1
5-501.113 (B) Maintain tight fitting lids or doors on outside receptacles. Observed dumpster sliding door 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 several bags of trash stored outside of dumpster area. Observed mattress stored outside of dumpster area.
Jul 7, 2021 A 91 · 7 violations
#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 or hand drying device/paper towels at handsink located in laundry room.
#25 · Meets natural ventilation and lighting requirements
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (d) Light intensity shall be at least 20 foot candles at 30 inches above the floor in areas for handwashing, warewashing, equipment storage, utensil storage, and in toilet rooms. Observed light not working over hand sink located in room 107.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed staining on tub in room 107. Observed holes on tub in room 216. Observed staining/holes on mattresses in room 118 and 203.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed ceiling damage in room 237. Major improvement from previous inspection.
#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead roach on pillow in room 216. Observed dead roach near window in room 216.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only. Observed soiled laundry bins in laundry room not labeled or identified separately from clean laundry.
#33 · Garbage and refuse disposal; facilities maintained
5-501.113 (B) Maintain tight fitting lids or doors on outside receptacles. Observed sliding doors opened on dumpster and lid opened on dumpster.
5-501.115 A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. Observed dilapidated furnisher stored outside of dumpster area, per conversation with head of maintenance the items have been scheduled to be picked up.
Nov 20, 2020 A 90.5 · 5 violations
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided
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. No sanitizer test strips on site.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (c) Sinks, vanities, toilets, and showers in guest rooms shall be cleaned and sanitized between guests. Observed debris and staining in showers in rooms 200, 216, and 151.
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed holes in showers from missing bar in rooms 251 and 151. Observed dust accumulation and rust on bars and staining the mattress of the pull out couch in room 216.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed external vents on air conditioning units were damaged or broken. Observed base boards of walls and caulking deterioration in rooms 216, 238, 151, and 200. Observed a hole in the bathroom celing of room 251.
#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining −2
15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead roach under comforter in room 145. Observed spiders both alive and dead in rooms 200, 145, and 216.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored −1.5
15A NCAC 18A .1828( c) Clean linen and supplies shall be stored in cabinets, or on shelves in linen and supply storage rooms. Observed boxes of linens in storage room stored on the floor. CDI - PIC moved boxes onto a shelf.
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only. Observed dirty laundry carts not labeled.
Jul 26, 2019 A 90.5 · 8 violations
#17 · Food-contact surfaces cleaned and sanitized; sanitizer maintained as required −1.5
Observed black build up on the interior of the ice machine. Needs to be cleaned.
**4-601.11(A)* Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. -Pf
#20 · Thermometer provided; test strips provided −1
Observed no test strips in the laundry room.
**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.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
Observed torn mattress and stains during inspection. Observed missing vent cover in room 200. Observed counter top damaged in room 216. Observed refrigerator damaged in room 245.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean −2
Observed wall damage in room 245. Observed damaged ceiling in room 200 and storage closet upstairs.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#28 · Insects and rodents present; live animals prohibited from food preparation, storage, sales, display, or dining
Observed dead insects in the storage room upstairs. Needs to be cleaned and increase pest maintenance.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (i) Maintain premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed
Observed mattress cover stains in room 261 and 216.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
#31 · Linen properly handled and stored
Observed linen carts not labeled in the laundry room.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (e ) Carts used for soiled laundry shall be labeled or identified for soiled laundry use only.
#38 · Premises kept neat and clean −1
Observed discarded mattresses outside near the garbage area. Needs to be removed.
**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.
Apr 6, 2018 A 93 · 5 violations
#18 · Cooking surfaces of equipment and nonfood-contact surfaces clean −1
Observed microwave interiors in rooms 129 and 229 beginning to rust and paint peeling. Needs to be repaired.
**15A NCAC 18A .1824(e ) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be clean.
#26 · Furnishings clean and in good repair; guest room fixtures clean and sanitized between guests −4
Observed hair in the tub in room 217 which was cleaned. Ensure tubs are thoroughly cleaned when cleaning the bathroom.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (c) Sinks, vanities, toilets, and showers in guest rooms shall be cleaned and sanitized between guests.
Observed torn mattress and torn mattress in pull out sofa in room 217. Observed stained mattress in rooms 211, 129 and 244. Observed stained shower curtain in room 229. Needs to be cleaned. Observed stained chair in room 129.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (h) Furnishings, bathroom fixtures, carpets, and other accessories in guest rooms, shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#27 · Physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Observed ceiling beginning to peel in room 129.
**15A NCAC 18A .1826 (f) Physical facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#30 · Linen clean and in good repair; two sheets provided for each bed −2
Observed torn linen on beds throughout inspection. Needs to be replaced.
15A NCAC 18A .1828 (a) Clean bed and bath linen, in good repair, should be provided for each guest.
#32 · Items on housekeeping carts arranged to prevent cross contamination; housekeeping carts clean, items protected from contamination
Observed housekeeping cart on the second floor in need or cleaning. Debris items need to be cleaned from cart. Ensure that carts remain cleaned and organized to reduce possibility of contamination.
**15A NCAC 18A .1828 (d) Housekeeping carts shall be kept clean and stored to protect items from contamination.
Feb 21, 2017 A 94 · 4 violations
#3 · Floors, walls and ceilings clean and in good repair −0.5
Observed the flooring and ceiling in the hallways with residue/debris and in needed cleaning, ceiling leaks at both ends of the building near the 2nd floor storage room and stairwell, ceiling panels missing in the employee lounge, ceiling fan was dusty in the lobby, and a section of vinyl as missing on the north side stairwell. **Continue with all repairs and clean all exterior floors, walls, and ceilings.
#17 · Ice machines clean and in good repair; ice machine meet requirements −1.5
Observed the ice machine interior shield (touches formed ice cubes) and the ice shoot with pink/black residue.
**Ice Machines, equipment, utensils, and the room or area in which the machines are located shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1811 (c).
#26 · Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair −2
Observed the carpet was worn and had a burn in room 117, and some rooms with worn unraveling carpet.
**The floors, walls, and ceilings of bedrooms, closets, and storage areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
#27 · Furniture, fixtures and accessories clean and in good repair −2
Observed mattresses and mattress pads with burns, and mattresses with stains; a chair with damaged surface in room 117, and mattress was stained in room 237.
**Furniture, fixtures, carpets and other accessories shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1812 (d).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BROOKWOOD INN” or State ID 2060200556). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.