6demerits
PINEY GROVE GROUP HOME
4016 PINEY GROVE RD, Charlotte, NC 28212
Residential Care · NC permit/State ID 2060431264
Latest result6 demerits
Last inspectedNov 5, 2025
Inspections on record13
On record sinceDec 6, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Dec 6, 2013Lower is betterNov 5, 2025
Inspections & violations
Nov 5, 2025 6 demerits · 2 violations
#1 · Floors and carpets kept clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1607 All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed stained flooring and minor damage to carpet in bedroom 4.
#8 · Facilities clean and in good repair −4
15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a) Residential care facilities shall provide toilet, handwashing, and bathing facilities that are available for use by residents and employees that are kept clean and in good repair.
Observed blue build up on shower seat in bathrooms 2 and rust staining in shower in bathroom 1. Needs cleaning.
Nov 7, 2024 4 demerits · 5 violations
#1 · Floors and carpets kept clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1607 All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed minor carpet staining in rooms 4 and 5.
#6 · Ventilation equipment clean and in good repair −2
15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b) Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed minor build up on some ceiling vents within facility.
#19 · Prevention of harborage conditions; premises clean
15A NCAC 18A .1615 (a) The external premises of a residential care facility shall be kept clean, and free of litter and pest harborage. Observed dilapidated furniture stored on back patio. Per conversation with PIC items have been scheduled to be removed in the coming days. -General comment.
#25 · Bed linens clean; cleaning frequency
15A NCAC 18A .1617 (b) Clean bed linen in good repair shall be provided for each resident Observed minor staining on pillow case in room 2.
#43 · Vomitus and diarrheal clean up supplies; written plan available
15A NCAC 18A .1621(d) the residential facility shall have gloves, personal protective equipment, disinfectant, individual disposable towels, and a coagulating agent onsite for employees to use and a written procedure for employees to follow when responding to a vomitus or fecal matter on facility surfaces. The procedure shall specify the actions that employees shall take to minimize the exposure of employees, residents, guest, food, and additional surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. EHS emailed facility new rules, new required vomit/diarrhea procedure plan, and employee health policy. -General comment.
Oct 12, 2023 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Ms, Audrey Doe was present during time of inspection, report emailed to her at: Audrey@autismservices.org
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed 1 loose toilet seat to toilet located in bathroom 1. Observed rust staining on shower wall in bathroom 1.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed minor carpet staining in living room area.
Oct 10, 2022 8 demerits · 4 violations
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −2
An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a). No thermometer available in kitchen refrigerator. CDI - thermometer placed into refrigeration during visit.
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed organic buildup on shower curtain in resident bathroom. REPEAT
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a). Observed damaged box spring in resident bedroom. Observed damaged wicker storage baskets and damaged chest of drawers in same resident bedroom. Observed damaged bed frame in other resident bedroom. Repair or replace.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed staining in resident rooms with carpet throughout facility. REPEAT
May 14, 2021 6 demerits · 3 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed loose toilet seat in restroom 1. Observed staining on back of cloth shower curtain in restroom 2.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed staining in resident rooms with carpet throughout facility.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −2
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed staining on wall behind trash can located in restroom #2.
Oct 20, 2020 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Ms. Page was present during time of inspection and report was emailed to her at denita@autismservices.org
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed loose toilet seat on women side of house restroom. Repair.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed carpet staining throughout all rooms in house.
Jul 3, 2019 8 demerits · 3 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −4
Observed pink residue in shower and rust dripping from rail in bathtub. Mirror needs to be replaced in small bathroom. Maintenance has mirror and is making rounds replacing mirrors in all houses. Observed discoloration on toilet in small bathroom.
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
Observed carpet stained near closet, under towel rack in sci-fi room.
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
Observed black residue inside HVAC vents in kitchen and living room.
Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b).
Jul 20, 2018 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No demerits were issued for the following:
3. Observed chicken thawing in the refrigerator. Chicken was stored in metal container but container was not large enough, back of chicken was hanging over the edge. Place in larger pain to prevent cross contamination. **All foods, while being stored, prepared, served, and during transportation, shall be protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Observed loose toilet seat in bathroom on back side of the facility. Needs to be tightened. Observed toilet with brown staining in the interior in bathroom on the front
**Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a)
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed dresser handles missing in Room 4. Needs to be replaced. Observed box spring cover torn at the foot of the bed in Room 5. Needs to be replaced.
**All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
Jul 20, 2017 8 demerits · 3 violations
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −2
Observed package of raw meat stored with and above ready to eat or cooked foods.
All foods, while being stored, prepared, served, and during transportation, shall be protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −4
Observed rust stains from metal fixture in tub near front door and pink residue on showerhead in restroom near back of house.
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
Observed stains on carpet in bedrooms on back side of house.
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
Aug 31, 2016 5 demerits · 3 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Observed pink residue in shower in bathroom #1 and pink residue on shower head in bathroom #2.
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed food stains on square chair at kitchen table.
All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −1
Observed burned out light bulb in laundry room #1.
All rooms shall be well lighted by natural or artificial means. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (a).
Aug 17, 2015 10 demerits · 3 violations
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −5
Observed sugar opened and not protected. Eggs and raw meat stored above ready to eat foods.**All foods, while being stored, prepared, served, and during transportation, shall be protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).
#9 · BEDS: LINEN: FURNITURE: All furniture, mattresses, linen, drapes, blinds and similar items in good repair and clean 2; bed linen changed as required 2; clean and soiled linens properly stored and handled 2 (.1617) −2
Observed torn mattress covers in one bedroom. Missing drawer pulls, broken drawer on wardrobe and damaged footboard in one bedroom. Tear in couch cushion. Broken blinds in 1 bedroom.**All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −3
Observed stained carpeting in 1 bedroom. Missing thresh hold in another bedroom. Damaged door jamb back door. Dryer vent on exterior of house broken off.**All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
Sep 22, 2014 11 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment #1: Observed shower wands did not have backflow preventers. (Critical violation)**No backflow connections or cross connections with unapproved supplies shall exist. 15A NCAC 18A .1611 (c ).General Comment #9: Observed torn mattress covers on 2 beds. Remove and replace**All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
#3 · FOOD SUPPLIES PROTECTION: All food clean, wholesome, no spoilage 6 (.1619) Adequate during storage/preparation/serving, potentially hazardous food 45° or 140°F above 5; refrigerators with temps 2; meat products cooked; meat products handled as required, no re-serving food 4; food stored above floor protected 2; No animals 4 (.1620) −5
Observed milk thawing in kitchen sink at 54F. CDI-disposed of. Scoop handle down in dry cereal.**All perishable foods shall be stored at such temperatures as will protect against spoilage. All potentially hazardous food shall be maintained at safe temperatures (45° F. or below, or 140° F. or above) except during necessary periods of preparation and serving. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).**Potentially hazardous frozen food shall be thawed at refrigerator temperatures of 45° F. or below; or quick-thawed as part of the cooking process; or by a method approved by the sanitarian. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −4
Observed shower curtain with stains/build-up. No paper towels in kitchen.**Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b).**Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#10 · STORAGE: MISCELLANEOUS: Rooms or areas provided for storage of clothes, personal effects, luggage, supplies and equipment kept clean 2; medications, cleaning supplies, pesticides and other hazardous products properly stored as required 4 (.1616) −2
Observed boxes stored on floor in common closets.**Rooms or spaces which are provided and used for the storage of clothing, personal effects, luggage, necessary equipment and supplies and for items not in routine use, shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .1616 (a).
Dec 6, 2013 4 demerits · 3 violations
#8 · TOILET: HANDWASHING: LAUNDRY AND BATHING FACILITIES: Toilet, lavatory and bathing facilities adequate 4; fixtures in good repair and kept clean 2; soap and towels provided 2 (.1610) −2
Observed the tub wall was repaired with black tape and the tile near the handrail with rust stain. **Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −1
Observed the living room and resident bedrooms carpet was stained. **All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Observed the wall above the shower was unfinished (bare drywall). **Finish with paint. **The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.NOTE:Stephanie Burnside was present during the inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PINEY GROVE GROUP HOME” or State ID 2060431264). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.