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SALEM VILLAGE APARTMENTS
1139 SALEM DR, Charlotte, NC 28209
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500486
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedMay 21, 2026
Inspections on record15
On record sinceMar 31, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Mar 31, 2014Lower is betterMay 21, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 21, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: PERMIT ISSUED.
NO VIOLATIONS NOTED DURING INSPECTION
CPO IS PAUL GREEN
POOL IS NOT PERMITTED FOR NIGHT SWIMMING
FLOW METER MEASUREMENT: 61 GPM
OBSERVED BACKWASH DURING INSPECTION.
Permit Restriction: Flow meter must remain operable. Flows shall not exceed 63 gpm due to filter flow and equalizer flow restrictions.
Suction Hazard. Turnover is not met due to restrictions. Flow greater than 100 gpm exceeds main drain flow. Suction Hazard.
OBSERVED EQUALIZER PERMANENTLY DISABLED, PLASTERED ON POOL WALL AND PLUGGED IN SKIMMER. EYEBALL FITTING NOW IN GOOD REPAIR.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 12, 2026 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: PERMIT DENIED
NO NIGHT SWIMMING
FLOW METER READING: 60 GPM
Permit Restriction: Flow meter must remain operable. Flows shall not exceed 63 gpm due to filter flow and equalizer flow restrictions. Suction Hazard. Turnover is not met due to restrictions. Flow greater than 100 gpm exceeds main drain flow. Suction Hazard.
Call front office for re-inspection 980-314-1620
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
.2539(c) All pools, prior to permit issuance, shall provide documentation to the Department to verify suction outlet safety compliance. Observed PDSC form state that there are 0 operable skimmer equalizers. Observed two skimmer equalizers in field that were not permanently disable and Aquastar covers present on wall. Update PDSC form to reflect equalizers that are installed at pool or permanently disable them on wall and in skimmer before next inspection. If new PDSC form is submitted then it will need to be approved before next inspection. PERMIT DENIED.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair. Observed one eyeball fitting missing inner component and in poor repair. Replace. PERMIT DENIED.
Apr 3, 2025 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Pentair I2 Intelliflo 2HP pump, Waterway 640-231X main drains (2), and Aquastar A10RCFR101 Equalizer covers (2) verified during inspection
No night swimming permitted
Pump flow was observed at 50 gpm and pump was set to 2850 RPM during inspection
Permit issued
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. pH measured 7.1 at beginning of inspection. CDI - Operator corrected pH to 7.2 by end of inspection.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Debris in skimmers. Clean out debris so they operate properly.
#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. Chairs were within 6 feet of pool. Maintain 6 feet of space between pool and all other objects at all times. CDI - Operator moved chairs to provide 6 feet of clearance.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
.2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels. Pipe labels in pump room are wearing off. Re-label all pipes were labeling has worn off.
Apr 2, 2024 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: SPEED OF PUMP NOT TO EXCEED 2850 RPM DUE TO FILTER RESTRICTION. CONFIRMED IN INSPECTION PUMP SPEED WAS SET TO 2850 RPM.
FLOW METER MUST REMAIN OPERABLE NOT EXCEEDING 62 GPM. CONFIRMED IN INSPECTION FLOW METER WAS AT 60 GPM.
NIGHT SWIMMING NOT PERMITTED.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
No air gap in backwash pipe.
Apr 12, 2023 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Night swimming not permitted. Verified 2850 RPM on pump. Verified < 62 GPM per flow meter.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap. Observed no air gap at backwash line.
Apr 7, 2022 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Verified 2850 RPM on pump.
Verified < 62 GPM per flow meter.
See attached pictures.
NO NIGHT SWIMMING.
Pool management has inquired about installing an additional gate. New gate needs to be approved by MCHD prior to installation.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Provide at least 12 ft. long pole with body hook securely attached.
Body hook was not attached. CDI
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(a) Provide no openings in fence and/or gate greater than 4"x4".
Observed some areas of fence with opening between vertical members > 4”.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
Observed no air gap at backwash discharge.
Apr 6, 2021 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 15. Observed facility with a new ring buoy with the incorrect rope length. The rope length was at 40 feet. This was corrected and the rope was shortened to 36 feet.
Facility has installed a new chemical storage shed. The shed is approximately 46 sq feet. (82inX82in) The shed also comes with cross ventilation, the required 7 ft ceilings, and a light.
John Hurd present during inspection. No signature due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Permit issued for no night swimming.
Issuance of a permit by this department does not negate closure required by Executive Order No. 195 or subsequent Orders in effect
unless such Orders are rescinded or superseded by another applicable Order.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(4) Provide storage for pool chemicals in waterproof containers or store up off the floor.
Observed several bags of chemicals stored on the floor in the chemical room. This was corrected and moved to the shelving.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
Observed no air gap between the backwash line and the pipe. No Pit. Provide an air gap.
Jun 15, 2020 22 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: 6 - Received in-field plan review application. Application and pdsc form shows incorrect pump. Pentair 011060 Intelliflo i2 installed. Application shows all 1.5" pipe. All piping is 2". Resubmit pdsc form and second page of application by Friday, June 19th or permit will be suspended. No current suction hazard.
23 - No flow meter on chlorinator. Install on chlorinator per mfg. instructions and NSF requirements.
24 - Provide extra pump basket for new pump.
John Hurd present during inspection. No signature due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Permit issued for no night swimming.
Issuance of a permit by this department does not negate closure required by Executive Order No. 141 or subsequent Orders in effect unless such Orders are rescinded or superseded by another applicable Order.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records not maintained daily. Pool closed to public. Maintain daily record keeping for chlorine, pH and main drain checks. Record alkalinity and acid weekly.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Pool ladder rungs >6" from wall. Maintain 3" to 6" between wall and ladder rung.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Some pickets >4" apart. Maintain 4" between vertical pickets. <45" between horizontal on fence. Maintain 45" or greater. Pool built pre-2010.
No window limiters on building windows. Installed during inspection. Door from restrooms repaired to self-close, self-latch.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Cleanout on deck protrudes >2". Outside required deck space. Minor deck damage where paint has chipped or bubbled. Continue to monitor. Eliminate offsets >1/2". Areas do not present hazard at current time.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemical storage room in outside "box". Does not meet ceiling height requirements, ventilation, lighting, etc. Facility has plans to construction a new chemical storage room. Plans shall be approved by Environmental Health and Code Enforcement prior to building. Contact when ready for construction final.
Light in pump room not securely affixed. Repair.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap at backwash line to pipe. No pit. Provide air gap.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Water in restrooms >120 F. Maintain at 110 F or below.
No paper towels in men's restroom. Provide paper towels.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Check valve for fill line not ASSE listed. If ever replaced, install check valve per rule requirement.
Apr 3, 2019 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC form reviewed and validated at inspection.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
Ladder railing loose on right side at deep end ladder. CPO securely re-attached ladder during inspection.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(1) Chemical storage room shall be weatherproof with a minimum ceiling height of 7 ft.
.2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Observed chemicals stored in small weatherproof storage container. Observed no cross ventilation or forced ventilation in this container.
Apr 18, 2018 10 demerits · 3 violations
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed loose handrail. CDI-tightened
Note: No Diving stencils need to be repainted before 2019 permit.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed dry-rotted ring buoy. CDI-replaced
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Observed water in bathrooms over 110F.
Mar 28, 2017 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 31, 2016 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 11. Observed one step ladder missing an end cap. Maintain ladders in good repair.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope at 40 feet. Maintain rope at 36 feet. CDI- cut to 36 feet during inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed chairs within 4 feet of pool deck. Maintain a 6 foot unobstructed walkway around the pool. CDI- chairs were rearranged to allow 6 feet of walkway.
Apr 1, 2016 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Emergency Phone repaired and PDSC form corrected.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 1, 2015 6 demerits · 3 violations
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Replace missing end caps on base of ladder.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Glass mirror in restrooms. Provide shatterproof mirrors in bathroom. Observed hot water in bathroom 139F. Hot water shall not exceed 110F. Provide soap and paper towels in men bathroom. Repair base board beside toilet in men bathroom.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Provide a back flow preventor device on hose bib located on pool deck. General Comment: Clean upper section of wall in pool. Clean skimmer basket. Monitor and repair pool deck where paint is coming up***NO TRTIP HAZARD PRESENT AT THIS TIME***! Recommend paint pool floor and walls by next swimming pool season. Paint is starting to wear off of floor and pool wall. Mike Castellucci present at time of inspection. VISIT http://meckpools.charmeck.org TO OBTAIN A COPY OF POOL PERMIT!
Mar 31, 2014 10 demerits · 4 violations
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Patio furniture within 6' of pool. Maintain 6' of clearance at all times. COS
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Backwash line directly plumbed. Provide an air gap above grade of floor.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Glass mirrors in restrooms. Provide shatterproof mirrors.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
No vacuum breakers on clubhouse hose bibs. Provide vacuum breakers on hose bibs.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SALEM VILLAGE APARTMENTS” or State ID 2060500486). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.