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HART COTTAGE
14525 BLACK FARMS RD, Huntersville, NC 28078
Residential Care · NC permit/State ID 2060431894
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedJul 13, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceJun 1, 2015
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jun 1, 2015Lower is betterJul 13, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 13, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations observed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jul 9, 2025 2 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- PIC: Sandra Winslow present during inspection.
#1 · Floors and carpets kept clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1607 All floors shall be kept clean and in good repair.- Observed debris underneath the bed in one of the bedroom. Detail cleaning needed and keep clean.
#43 · Vomitus and diarrheal clean up supplies; written plan available
15A NCAC 18A .1621 (d) The residential care facility shall have personal protective equipment on-site for employees to use and a written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitus or fecal matter on facility surfaces. The procedure shall specify the actions that should be taken to minimize the exposure to vomitus or fecal matter. - New rule- Observed the facility without vomiting and diarrhea written plan. EHS provided the poster and the facility will gather all supplies needed and have available for such an event.
Jul 2, 2024 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Operation Coordinator: Zach Fandl present during the inspection
#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).- Observed refrigerator with the oven thermometer. Obtain indicating thermometer for the refrigerator.
#4 · FOOD SERVICE UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT: Utensils/Equipment in good repair, clean 4; eating and drinking utensils clean, cleaned after each use; approved facilities 4; clean utensils properly stored 2; substances containing poisonous material not used 6; disposable properly stored/handled, used once 2 (.1618) −4
All equipment and utensils shall be so constructed as to be easily cleaned and shall be kept in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (a).- Observed rusted and soiled microwave in the kitchen. Repair or replace and cleaning needed.
#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 black buildup in bathtub shower in restroom. Detail cleaning needed and keep clean.
Aug 2, 2023 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE:
# Observed gallons of water stored on the floor in closet behind dining table. Keep all foods items off the floor at least 6 inches or above to prevent any contamination.
Marsha Phillips and Beth Callahan present during inspection.
#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
Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b). Observed no paper towels, need refill at hand sink in bathroom.
Aug 16, 2022 3 demerits · 1 violation
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −3
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed wall damage (holes) in bedroom in need of repair; Observed staining on wall inside bathroom connected to bedroom in need of detailed cleaning.
Jul 13, 2021 2 demerits · 1 violation
#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
REPEAT
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a). Observed very loose toilet seat (possible broken bolt) in need of repair; Observed shower curtain in need of replacing.
Sep 30, 2020 4 demerits · 1 violation
#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
Toilet, hand washing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a).
Each resident will be provided soap and individual towels. These towels along with personal toiletry items will be stored separately after being used. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b).
Observed toilet seat very loose in need of tightening in main restroom; Observed residents loofah's hanging in shower, place in container to prevent cross-use by other residents.
Jul 23, 2019 3 demerits · 1 violation
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −3
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed door frames scuffed throughout in need of repair / touch up painting.
Aug 30, 2018 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED
#8
Toilet fixtures clean and in good repair; Observed toilet seat loose in need of tightening.
#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
All foods, while being stored, prepared, served, and during transportation, shall be protected from contamination. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a). Observed raw chicken stored above RTE vegetables in stand up refrigerator. Corrected during inspection; raw meat properly stored.
Jul 18, 2017 2 demerits · 1 violation
#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 no indicating thermometer in refrigerator. One was provided.
**An indicating thermometer shall be located in each refrigerator. 15A NCAC 18A .1620 (a).
Jun 3, 2016 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Observed no non-compliant items.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jun 1, 2015 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Eliminate cracks in shower wall seams.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “HART COTTAGE” or State ID 2060431894). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.