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BILLINGSVILLE/COTSWOLD ELEMENTARY
124 SKYLAND AV, Charlotte, NC 28205
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440343
Latest result95 / 100
Last inspectedMar 2, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceSep 5, 2014
Score history
Sep 5, 2014Higher is betterMar 2, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 2, 2026 95 / 100 · 2 violations
#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 water fountains outside gym in need of pressure adjustment. One is too weak and the other is too strong. Adjust pressure.
#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 missing ceiling tile in media center and missing ceiling tiles in girls bathroom on E hall. Observed stained ceiling tile in C14. Replace.
Feb 20, 2025 96.5 / 100 · 2 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) −20
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilets and urinals in need of cleaning in various bathrooms throughout school. Keep toilet fixtures clean.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed several stained ceiling tiles in media center and two stained ceiling tiles in hallways. Replace stained tiles.
Dec 11, 2023 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Mr. Peter (Custodian) present during inspection.
#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
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 throughout the facility to include C3, C9, C17, flex room D-hall, E3; the green disinfectant spray bottles (GE Fight Bac RTU), sanitizer bottles (little bottle and big bulk container), sanitizer wipe containers, disinfectant aerosol spray cans. Items are sitting out within reach of children on the desk/counter throughout the classrooms more than one kind and at least 3 bottles in each setting. Ensure to store all materials that have label “KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN” properly. And store materials that have extra warning and caution on the label properly per manufacturer’s instructions.
Oct 5, 2022 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
11. Observed several chemicals sitting on the window sill in the restroom in class C23.
**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).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the teacher’s workroom.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dead insects in the light shields in the media center. Needs to be cleaned.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Sep 2, 2021 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Sheila Lindell was present during the inspection.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles near the gym, in the health room and the media center. Ensure that leaks are not ongoing and have ceiling tiles replaced.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#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 droppings in the cabinet in room C21. Observed dead insects in C21, C8 and the data closet
**There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Nov 24, 2020 96 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS:
#8. 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 dead insects inside of light shields sporadically throughout school building.
*NOTE: Ms. Patricia was present during time of inspection. Report was emailed to Dean of Students and Head Custodian at the following:
sandy.mintz@cms.k12.nc.us
sheilar.lindell@cms.k12.nc.us
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
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 boxes of storage on the floor in gymnasium.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −20
There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or untrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed trail of ants in gymnasium.
Sep 13, 2019 93.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
3. Observed high pressure at a water fountain on D hall. Regulate.
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. Observed feces in one of the urinals in the boy's restroom on E hall. Clean.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
8. Observed the light fixture falling in room D2. Replace.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Ms. Patricia present during the inspection.
New Mobile units onsite are not being used (classes nor restrooms), per Ms. Patricia.
Report emailed to: amandai.mcpeters@cms.k12.nc.us; patriciaa.bush@cms.k12.nc.us; sheilar.lindell@cms.k12.nc.us; valeriew.thrower@cms.k12.nc.us
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
-Observed no soap in the D hall boy's restroom. Provide.
-Observed the paper towel dispenser not working in the C hall girl's rest room. Repair.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
-General Comment: Observed one of the sinks with a very slow trickle of water in the D hall boy's restroom. Repair.
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 stained ceiling tiles in the hall by the gym and in room D2. Repair the leak and replace tiles.
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 boxes stored on the floor in several storage rooms. 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 NCAC 18A .2411.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −20
REPEAT: Observed rodent droppings in room D11. Ensure pest management is being provided and have droppings cleaned from interior of cabinets. *The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
-General Comment: Observed cleaners and aerosol stored within children's reach in the nurse's office and in room C6. *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 .2415b.
Mar 12, 2018 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
3. Observed water fountain with a broken handle near cafeteria on E-Hall. Needs to be repaired.
**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
5. Observed one sink in of recaulking in girls restroom on D-Hall. Needs to be repaired.
**Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
6. Observed stained ceiling tile in C1 and at exit sign on E-Hall. Needs to be repaired.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dead insects inside of light shields in the Multi-Purpose room and girls restroom on C-Hall.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#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
Observed rodent droppings in several classrooms during the inspection. Ensure pest management is being provided and have droppings cleaned from interior of cabinets.
**The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Nov 7, 2016 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Escorted by Mervin Knight.
No points deducted: Observed missing ceiling tile near entrance heading to Gym.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountain near gym needing to be cleaned. Pink residue around water spout. Observed water fountain near main office damaged on handle.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −15
Observed garbage on playground.
Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Aug 27, 2015 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −30
Repeat: Observed corroded faucet fixtures, bathrooms closest to office. Plumbing leak at sink handles in office bathroom. Observed some push button fixtures do not remain on for at least 15 seconds. Maintain minimum of 15 second run times.**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 stained ceiling tiles in gym closet, gym, main hallway, and room D2. Flaking paint on walls of gym near roof leak.**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dusty vents in gym.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).**Mr. Bol Siu present during inspection.
Sep 5, 2014 90 / 100 · 3 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed residue buildup around nozzle of water fountain near gym. Water pressure too high at one fountain in fountain modular. **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). **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) −50
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed: Most all spring loaded faucets in hall restrooms; classroom restrooms; and staff restrooms with short running spring loaded faucets. Several faucet fixtures pitted/corroded. Water not working in men's modular bathroom.Soap dispenser empty in boys and girls modular bathrooms. Paper towel dispenser not functioning in girls bathroom, D-hall.**Lavatory facilities shall be provided and installed as required by the N.C. State Building Code. See rule .2409 (a).**Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. See rule .2409 (b).~provide at least a 15 second run time~
#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 bug spray on low tables within reach of children in C-12 and D-2.**Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards (i.e. keep hazardous products behind lock and key or out of reach of the students). See rule .2415 (b).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BILLINGSVILLE/COTSWOLD ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060440343). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.