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PHILLIP O. BERRY ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY
1430 ALLEGHANY ST, Charlotte, NC 28208
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440286
Latest result97 / 100
Last inspectedJun 10, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceJan 23, 2014
Score history
Jan 23, 2014Higher is betterJun 10, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 10, 2026 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles throughout the school. (Outside of classrooms 159, 177 and 190. In classrooms 163, 169 and 388. Corner of 300 and 500 hall. Lower 300 hall.)
Observed wall damage near the handwashing sink in the boys restroom on upper 100 hall.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jan 28, 2025 96 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed gym game girls bathroom with one broken toilet. Observed on broken urinal in upstairs boys bathroom.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained ceiling tiles in hall ways throughout, in media center, and in several classrooms including 178, 163, 389, 248, 635, 336 storage, 813 and others. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired/replaced. REPEAT
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed football pads stored all across floors in visitor field locker room. Needs to be stored 15 inches off the floor or arranged to permit thorough cleaning.
Nov 13, 2023 94 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted
Lighting and ventilation shall be provided and installed as required by the N.C. State Building Code. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (a). Observed lighting in girls locker room showers all out. Observed lights out in 152 A storage room.
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed storage on floor in a manner unable to permit thorough cleaning in art 115 storage and in football locker rooms.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b). Observed low water pressure at water fountains at beginning of 800 hall. Observed water fountain with low pressure at upper 100 hall. Check pressure on water fountains and increase.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained ceiling tiles in hallways, in cafeteria, in 315, 338,319, 326, 103, 511, 633, 633 storage room, and 813. Needs repair/replacement and check for active leaks. REPEAT.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −10
There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed a large amount of rodent droppings in football locker rooms. Needs cleaning and contact pest control.
Dec 2, 2022 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Observed hand dryer not operating in the boys locker room. Needs to be repaired.
**Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tile on the main hallway. Ensure that water stained ceiling tiles be replaced.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Apr 14, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #4--Observed paint peeling in last stalls in boys and girls restrooms on 800 hall.
**NOTE**Classes on second/upper level are not being used for any reason this school year. IT has set up below the library. All areas have been inspected. Sherman Lowry present during walk through.
Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30
Observed Lysol wipes out in classrooms and chlorox/Lysol wipes on various mask/sanitizer tables set up throughout. Keep all hazardous items stored out of reach of students. Adhere to instructions/warnings on labels.
Jan 10, 2020 93 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 11. No Points Deducted:
-Observed roaches in the outside boy's locker room. Provide pest control. SUGGESTION: Provide a barrier (weather strip) under the doors where sunlight can be seen.
There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
-Observed an unlabeled bottle of chemical in 126. Per the teachers in room 126, they do not know what chemical it is and they do not use it. Per the teachers in room 124, they do not know what it is nor use it either. One of the teachers in room 124 stated that she uses soap and water to clean the EC restroom table after changing a student. **Provide a disinfectant that can be used to clean the changing table after each student.
Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).
Report emailed to: shermanj.lowery@cms.k12.nc.us & terra.kennedy@cms.k12.nc.us
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
-Observed water fountains with pink buildup on the mouthpieces by the auto class. Clean.
-Observed several water fountains throughout the school with loose nozzles that are spinning all the way around.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
-Observed several spring loaded faucets with short run times- restrooms in the main building and in the outside restrooms. Regulate to allow a minimum of 15 seconds of run time.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
-Observed the hand dryer broken and no paper towels in the lower 100 restroom by room 130. Follow the rule below.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
-Observed stained ceiling tiles in the room near 344 (lower 300 building) & in the ROTC class.
-Observed cob webs on the walls on the locker room hall.
-Observed broken floor tiles by the window in room 322.
-Observed paint peeling from the wall (last stall and by the soap dispenser) in the boy's restroom by 656.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
REPEAT: Observed storage on the floor in 329 storage room and in the EC restroom. Follow the rule below.
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC18A .2411.
Jun 6, 2018 91 / 100 · 3 violations
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −30
REPEAT
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed wall damaged in gang toilet rooms on 300 hall.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −40
REPEAT
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed storage directly on floor of 300 hall storage room.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
REPEAT
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).Observed vents inside gym (large) in need of cleaning.
Mar 24, 2016 90 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #11. Observed geese dropping throughout on playing fields(soft ball, football, soccer fields). Clean dropping from fields and have building services to apply geese deterrent on field.***The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Mr. Veloz present at time of inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed loose water nozzles on water fountain located on back and side hallway of gym. Repair water nozzles on water fountains.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −35
Observed wall damaged around hand washing sinks in bathrooms(girls and boys). Repair walls around hand washing sink. Observed damaged caulking around hand washing sinks and hand washing sinks in bathrooms pulling from wall. Remove old damaged caulking and tightly secure hand washing sinks to wall and recaulk. Patch holes in wall and ceiling in upper 100 boys bathroom. Patch hole in wall in 600 boys bathroom and repaint. Repair damaged stall fixture in upper 300 boys bathroom so stall door will close. Wipe/clean stall fixtures throughout in boys and girls bathroom. Clean toilet paper from ceiling in bathrooms. Repair light fixtures in bathrooms or replace blown light bulbs. Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles throughout in hallway and classroom area. Repair any roof leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Repair roof leak at "horseshoe way". Observed water stains on wall from roof leaks. Observed sagging ceiling in hallway near entrance to gym. Check and repair ceiling tile grid holder in upper area of ceiling. Observed missing bar at door in hallway area near gym area. Replace missing bar to hold doors together. Clean upper section of wall in stairway area.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed storage on the floor in hallway storage closet and storage closet within classroom. Remove storage from the floor and clean floor in storage closet in hallway and classroom area.
Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed damaged covering on weight benches in weight room. Repair damaged covering on weight benches or replace weight benches. Replace broken glass in door in back hallway area behind gym. Replace blown light bulbs in light fixtures throughout in hallway and classroom area
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Jan 28, 2015 90.5 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #8. Observed damaged laminate on table top in room 107. Replace table with damaged laminate in room 107. Observed some dust starting to accumulate on vent covers in hallway area. Wipe/clean vent covers in hallway area. Observed top of book shelving in library dusty. Clean/dust top of book shelving. Mr. Veloz present at time of inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountains throughout with a slight pink coloration on mouth guards near base of water nozzles. Thoroughly clean water fountain mouth guard and nozzles.Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −35
Observed walls soiled throughout in boys and girls gang bathrooms throughout school building. Clean walls in bathrooms. Observed stall fixture soiled/stained throughout in boys and girls gang bathroom. Thoroughly clean stall walls and doors in bathroom. Tightly secure loose metal strip on base of bathroom stall in boys bathroom located on 300 hallway. Clean corner of flooring in bathrooms where needed. Clean ceiling in PE locker rooms. Tightly secure/seal(caulk) hand washing sinks to wall in bathrooms where hand washing sink is pulling from wall. Replace blown light bulbs in PE boys bathroom above toilet or repair light fixture.Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed spring loaded faucet hand washing sink in both girls and boys gang bathroom with short run time throughout school building. Spring loaded faucet fixtures shall operate for at least fifteen seconds.Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed lower section of walls soiled throughout in hallway area and in classrooms. Clean lower section of walls in hallway and classroom area. Clean wall near trash can storage area within classrooms. Observed splash and splatter on walls. Observed water stained ceiling tiles throughout in hallways and classrooms. Replace water stained ceiling tiles throughout in hallway and classroom area.Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed storage on the floor in storage rooms/closet located in hallway areas near gang bathrooms. Provide additional shelving/dunage racks to store extra stock/supplies on in storage rooms/closets.All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
Jan 23, 2014 91 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Kelly Veloz was present during the inspection.General Comments:#9 - Observed some shoer stalls with litter and debris in the p.e. locker rooms. **All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).#11 - Observed the science prep rooms were left unlock, and one door left open. Prep room contained chemical solvent, flammables and other hazardous items. **Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).***Observed the water supply to the field restrooms was turned off. **Water must be available for cleaning.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Repeat Non-compliance: Observed some water fountains (near gym, 300 hall/1st floor, 500 hall/2nd floor) with black and pink residue. **Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).General Comment: Observed the water fountain in the library with inadequate pressure(too high). **Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b).
#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −20
Observed the urinal in the boys p.e. locker room was out of order(leaking), all of the toilet and urinal fixtures were dirty in the field restrooms. **Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).Observed the field restroom floors were with dead bug and debris. **Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed all of the field restroom sinks were dirty, some restroom sinks with litter and debris, and one sink fixture was continuously running in the boys gym restroom. **Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).General Comment: Observed the exterior locker room hand washing sinks without soap and towels. The locker room is currently not in use/off-season. **Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed the ceiling splatters with residue in the boys p.e. locker room, ceiling leaks. water damaged tiles in the library hallway and room 641, and some ceiling tiles were displaced in the 80o hall. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
Repeat Non-compliance: Observed items/supplies were stored on the floor in the modified restroom (100 hall/1st floor), boys locker room (uniforms), 100 hall/1st floor storage closet, and the storage closet near the cafeteria. **All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PHILLIP O. BERRY ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY” or State ID 2060440286). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.