6demerits
LATTA SQUARE
1101 E MOREHEAD ST, Charlotte, NC 28204
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500327
Latest result6 demerits
Last inspectedApr 10, 2026
Inspections on record14
On record sinceMay 1, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 1, 2014Lower is betterApr 10, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 10, 2026 6 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No permit restrictions.
No night swimming
Pool open for 2026 season.
pool depth markers and no diving marker fading (brick around pool) However still legible for this season. Recommend putting tiles down or repainting the markers prior to 2027.
Operator corrected buoy rope length onsite.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less.
Brand new buoy and rope. Longer than 41 feet. The pool operator cut the rope to be 41 feet. Corrected.
May 13, 2025 14 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No permit restrictions.
No night swimming
Inspection conducted with CPO Jorge
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. Observed debris present inside of pool. CDI: Cleaning during inspection.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less. Observed ring buoy more than 41’. -CDI- CPO corrected rope length to 41’.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair. Observed some of the bricks coming up and not level and smooth at area in front of ladder and fill spout. Need to fill in gaps/regrout area. Not enough to cause trip hazard.
May 3, 2024 10 demerits · 2 violations
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less. Observed ring buoy more than 41’. -CDI- CPO corrected rope length to 41’.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. Observed less than 6’ walking space around pool deck. -CDI- CPO relocated items.
Apr 6, 2023 10 demerits · 2 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. Observed debris present inside of pool. Clean as needed.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less. Observed ring buoy rope not in useable condition. CDI - New rope provided during inspection.
Apr 13, 2022 4 demerits · 1 violation
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed a protrusion outside the gate, not attached to the gate but built into the actual outside barrier. It is a large plant holder, constructed with brick that is 40" high, which does not meet the minimum requirements of 45". Noted this to Katie Rudisill, she explained the pool was built prior 2010 and as long as it's not attached to the gate it is approved but should be noted.
Apr 30, 2021 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *PSDC information verified on site*
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall. Ladder rung more than 7” from wall at left ladder.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
.2530(c) All pool signage shall be visible upon entrance to the pool and permanently affixed. Signage not visible upon entering pool area. CPO fixed signs onto wall.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap at backwash. .2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
Apr 7, 2020 30 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Skimmer equalizer covers expire September 2020. Replace and submit updated PDSC information for approval prior to expiration of covers. Permit will be suspended if covers are not approved and replaced prior to expiration.
Unable to check windows from resident rooms onto pool deck at time of inspection. Ensure windows do not open greater than 4" onto pool deck or have audible alarm.
No Night Swimming.
Changed to "A" Open for Business, valid permit, with condition of staying closed to public by Executive Order-120, or other Orders, outlined in permit.
Operator unable to sign due to COVID-19 protocol and safety precautions to not share equipment.
#1 · Water quality: water clear enough to clearly see bottom of pool and pool drain −6
Some debris covering main drains.
.2535(2) Main drains must be clearly visible from the pool deck. Operator cleaned and corrected.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No records for pool at time of visit. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. Provided operator with record keeping forms and operator filled out. Corrected.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
New rope too long at time of inspection.
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less. Operator corrected to 41'.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Brick by skimmer basket protruding more than 1/2" offset, loose creating trip hazard.
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Operator replaced brick with a larger size and filled with epoxy to eliminate hazard. Deck is older and operator stated pool deck will be monitored for safety concerns and trip hazards throughout season to eliminate hazards. Corrected.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter not installed correctly or working.
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational.
.2518(g) Install flow meter on return line per manufacturer instructions. Due to age of pool (built in '86), not able to install new flow meter correctly. Lack of severity does not warrant permit action.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pool built in 1986. No chemical storage on site. Small leak causing standing water on floor. No 3' clearance around piping and equipment. .2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534.
.2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
.2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap at backwash. .2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Restroom fixtures dirty at time of inspection, but operable. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Apr 26, 2019 6 demerits · 2 violations
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmers have some debris
#32 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: floors smooth, slip-resistant, kept clean −2
floor needs slip resistant mat
Apr 17, 2018 16 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC and VGB information verified.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris on floor of pool. Pool operator will vacuum pool.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed debris floating of surface of pool. Pool operator will skim pool.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed damaged door handle on inside of one pool entrance. Gate still self closes and locks properly. Repair or replace door handle.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed no ventilation in chemical storage room.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Observed no air gap on back wash discharge.
Apr 20, 2017 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No Violations. Pre-permit inspection conducted.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 1, 2016 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: PDSC form stated incorrect pump model and flow rate. Amended on site.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed fan and light not operating at time of inspection. Repair.
May 27, 2015 22 demerits · 5 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool floor needs to be cleaned.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer Baskets need to be cleaned.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Rope on ring buoy measured 40 feet 50 feet required. CDI New rope installed on ring buoy.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone number not posted on emergency phone. CDI phone number posted at phone.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Mirrors in restrooms not shatterproof.
Apr 8, 2015 14 demerits · 4 violations
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
No throw rope on ring buoy. 41 foot throw rope installed by operator.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Section of fence 35" high at circular cuttout. Fence shall be at least 48" high from outside approach.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Backwash not discharged through an air gap. Provide air gap.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Lights not working in either bathroom. Provide functional lights.
May 1, 2014 6 demerits · 2 violations
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gates swing towards pool. Provide gate swing away from pool.INTENT TO SUSPEND ISSUED FOR THIS ITEM. MUST CORRECT WITHIN 30 DAYS.Provide a 4' barrier height on adjacent apartment porch at circular brick pass thru.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap on backwash line. Provide an air gap above floor drain grade.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “LATTA SQUARE” or State ID 2060500327). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.