4demerits
SPRUCE COTTAGE (MHL-060-1404)
6220 THERMAL RD, Charlotte, NC 28211
Residential Care · NC permit/State ID 2060432003
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedJul 13, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceMay 10, 2018
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 10, 2018Lower is betterJul 13, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 13, 2026 4 demerits · 1 violation
#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 the toilet seat broken in Room 6. Needs repair.
Jun 12, 2025 6 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Maintenance Technician, Shawn Stacey, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
jpatton@aynkids.org
Ymontgomery@aynkids.org
#3 · Walls, ceilings, and attachments clean −2
15A NCAC 18A .1608 (a) The interior walls and ceilings, including doors, window, and window trim, shall be kept clean. Observed toys stuck to ceiling in room 2.
#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 cleaning needed to ceiling vent in room 5.
#38 · Temperature indicating device provided and accurate −2
15A NCAC 18A .1620 (c) Cold holding equipment shall be provided with an indicating thermometer that is accurate to +/-3 degrees F. Observed digital thermometer not working stored in dorm style refrigeration unit.
#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. EHS left facility copy of new required written procedure along with copy of employee health policy. General comment.
May 28, 2024 5 demerits · 2 violations
#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 touch up paint needed to walling, doors, and window sills within facility. Observed holes in wall in room 1. Observed piece of baseboard missing in room 4 near door.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −2
Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b). Observed dusty ceiling vent in room 2.
May 5, 2023 7 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Mr. Shawn Stacey present during the inspection
#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) −2
Non-food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at such intervals as to keep them in a clean and sanitary condition. 15A NCAC 18A .1618 (c ). Observed food residues in the microwave, need cleaning and keep clean.
#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
REPEAT
All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a). Observed worn leather chairs in living space, need repair or replace.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
REPEAT
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed missing transitional floor strip between main floor and rooms. Need repair/replace transitional floor strips.
#13 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Windows and fixtures in good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1609) −1
Ventilation equipment shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1609 (b). Observed dusty ceiling vents throughout, need cleaning and keep clean.
Mar 17, 2022 8 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Observed areas throughout needing touch up paint. Improvement from previous inspection. Due to behavioral issues, no points assessed.
#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 dirty shower curtain in bathroom on the left.
All lavatories and baths shall be supplied with hot and cold running water through mixing devices. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b). Repair hot water faucet in bathroom on the left. When hot water is turn on, faucet vibrates with loud noise.
#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 torn cushion protectors on sofa and loveseat in the common area. Replace damaged cushion protectors. Observed damaged end table on the top in the common area. Repair or replace end table to prevent possible injury.
#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 gaps in floor tile in room #6 and damaged tile in room #3.
#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. Upon entry, observed wall damage in hall on the left. Observed broken cabinet door in laundry room. Observed gap between exit door in common area. Apply weather stripping to prevent insects and other vermin from entry.
May 24, 2021 5 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Secure weather stripping on the bottom of the door in common area. Add weather stripping to door to prevent insects, rodents or snakes from entering cottage through cracks.
#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).
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −2
Repair damaged floor tile in common area.
Observed gap in floor tile in room #6
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
Observed chipping paint in room #3; spot paint wall
Observed a section of base board missing; replace missing base board tile.
Nov 6, 2020 6 demerits · 2 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 rusted dryer top. Vanity leg in disrepair in one bathroom. Tub has a splattering of nail polish.
#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) −4
Observed soiled sheets and blankets. Mattresses dirty on undersides
Dec 16, 2019 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
All lavatories and baths shall be supplied with hot and cold running water through mixing devices. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (b). Repair hot water in bathroom #3, plumbing leak when hot water in turned on, currently turned off. PIC requested a workorder for repairs.
Toilet, handwashing, bathing, and laundry facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1610 (a Replace torn/ripped shower curtain in bathroom #1 & 2. Clean bathtub in bathroom #2.
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −1
All floors shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1607. Observed gap in floor tile in bedroom #6. Observed damaged floor tile in common area.
#12 · WALLS AND CEILINGS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1608) −1
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608. Observed gap at the exit door in bedroom #6. Install weather stripping to close gap to prevent and protect from the intrusion of vermons from the outside.
May 3, 2019 4 demerits · 2 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 toilet on the right side in need of cleaning.
-Observed the toilet seat broken in the staff restroom. Replace.
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 dust and debris on pillows and bedding (From the construction). Do a general cleaning throughout.
All furniture, mattresses, curtains, draperies, and other furnishings shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1617 (a).
-Observed room #2 without a bed. A bed will be provided from another cottage, per Ms. LaFondras Peterson.
May 10, 2018 2 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Two beds, two mattresses, clothes washer machine and dryer will be transferred from the hornet nest to 6220-E once facility is licnese by the state. The two beds, mattresses, clother washer machine and dryer in the hornet nest was evaluated and approved to be used in 6220-E. Items were clean and in good repair!
#11 · FLOORS: In good repair 1; kept clean 2 (.1607) −1
Observed gaps along base of door framing leading into residents rooms. Caulks/seal around base of door framing leading into residents room.
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
Replace missing door handle on resdient bedroom door. Wipe/clean door handle on bathroom door. Recommend installing door stoppers behind bed room doors to prevent damage to walls in residents room.
The walls and ceilings of all rooms and areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .1608.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SPRUCE COTTAGE (MHL-060-1404)” or State ID 2060432003). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.