2demerits
SHARON WEST APARTMENTS
1357 SHARON ROAD WEST, Charlotte, NC 28210
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500501
Latest result2 demerits
Last inspectedMay 11, 2026
Inspections on record14
On record sinceMay 29, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 29, 2014Lower is betterMay 11, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 11, 2026 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Permit Restriction - Flow meter must remain operable. Flow shall not exceed 119 gpm due to drain cover flow restriction. Suction Hazard
Pool is not approved for night swimming
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. No ladder rung caps on ladder on far side of pool and ladder rail closest to office is slightly loose. Secure loose ladder and install ladder rung caps on ladder on far side of pool.
May 23, 2025 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Pool has locked doors inside of the lounge. Office is occupied at all times and has a sliding door with an audible alarm.
New color bands and depth markers have been added.
Inspection completed with CPO, Keyron Wiley
All permit compliance items corrected during inspection
Erosion Feeder for chlorine.
CPO log records begin today
NIGHT SWIMMING NOT ALLOWED
Permit issued
#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.
Pool requires a 36’ rope on the ring buoy. Observed a 30’ rope. CDI - A new rope was tied and cut to 36 feet during inspection.
#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.
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair.
Observed furniture 4’ from the pool edge. CDI - Furniture was moved back.
Observed chipping black paint around the edge of pool. Needs to be made smooth.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(e) Provide a spare basket for pump.
Observed missing spare basket for pump.
#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 for backwash.
Jul 7, 2023 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: All non-compliant items from previous inspections have been corrected.
General comment on non-compliant items that will not hold up permit issuance:
- Observed several depth markers on pool deck beginning to lift. Depth markers still visible, repair by summer of 2024.
- Alarm on door leading from lobby to pool deck is programmed for constant audible alarm. Ensure it remains on that setting.
Permit issued. Pool is not approved for night swimming.
Permit and sticker will be mailed to physical address on file. Once received, permit sticker must be placed it is visible from the pool deck area.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed one eyeball fitting missing. No permit action taken, most fittings in place. Replacing fittings may not be practical due to
the age of the pool. Replace fittings if practical. -4-
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water. Observed standing water inside pump room. -2-
Jun 23, 2023 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: PERMIT DENIED. Call front office at 980-314-1620 to pay re-inspection fee of $100. Once fee paid, contact EHS at 704-621-2294 (John Compton) to schedule re-inspection.
*NOTE: Please contact Chris Sells (704-576-8678) or Katie Rudisill (704-309-5494) to for questions, concerns, or to discuss repairs needed to pool.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.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. - Observed no daily logs available at facility except for todays records. EHS showed CPO where logs can be found on Mecklenburg County Pools website. Ensure daily records are kept and maintained for at least 6 months. EHS will follow up on logs at re-inspection.
#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 water bubbling out of pool onto the pool deck in the crack between the pool deck and the pool shell above a return outlet located near right corner of pool in shallow end near ladder. Also observed water pouring out of a crack in pool shell (coving) above a light installed in the shallow end of the pool near where the water was observed bubbling out near the return outlet. In addition, return outlet located on the other side of the shallow end of the pool near the pool steps observed to be sputtering instead of water continually flowing out of return. Bubbling and leaking stops when pool pump is turned off. EHS believes it is possible a return line has been damaged and is leaking. Pool permit denied until repairs have been completed.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Provide signage with location of emergency phone if not visible from all areas inside pool enclosure. - Emergency phone is not visible from all locations inside pool enclosure and facility lacks signs with location of emergency phone. Provide signs indicating location of emergency phone within pool enclosure.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
.2526(c) Floor drains shall be provided in restrooms. - Observed no floor drains in restrooms.
May 23, 2023 42 demerits · 11 violations
Inspector comments: POOL PERMIT IS DENIED. CONTACT MCHD AT 980-314-1620 TO PAY RE-INSPECTION FEE. AFTER FEE PAID CONTACT EHS AT 704-621-2294 TO SCHEDULE RE-INSPECTION.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed ph at 7.1
#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) Replace missing weirs. Observed 1 weir missing.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
.2523(b) Provide depth markers spaced not to exceed 25 feet when measured along the perimeter of the pool.
.2523(a) Provide depth markers on pool walls and pool deck at points of maximum and minimum depths. Observed depth markers missing on deep end of pool and side of pool deck greater than 25 feet apart.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Observed several bumpers missing on ladders.
#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 3 missing inlet fittings.
#13 · Pool maintenance: contrasting band on steps and benches −4
.2521(b) Provide at least 2" contrasting color band to edge of stair treads. Observed contrasting color band not provided at least 2 inches on stairs and wearing.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm. Observed ground level door leading to pool deck not self-closing, self latching or protected by audible alarm.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.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. Observed deterioration around edge of pool on deck with sharp jagged edges and providing trip and cutting hazard.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
.2530(f) Pool telephone shall be capable of directly dialing 911 or another emergency notification system. Observed pool phone not operable.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(a) The equipment room door shall have a permanent lock and be kept locked when not in use by the pool operator. Observed equipment / chemical room not kept permanently locked.
#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 provided.
May 19, 2022 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC form verified.
Fence has been replaced from last year and there are no 4” gaps (noted on previous inspection). Meets all current fencing requirements.
Audible alarm shall be on the continuous setting once pool opens as the door to the pool deck is not self-closing. Permit conditioned.
#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. Debris observed on pool floor. Staff are planning to vacuum but waiting until inspection is completed.
#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. One eyeball is missing from the pool wall. The construction and age of the pool may not be practical for correction of this. No permit action taken. All other fittings in place.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment includes body hook and pole and USCG approved ring buoy with required rope length. Rope length on new ring buoy was greater than 36’. It was cut to 36’ during inspection.
#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. Backwashes directly into another pipe.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms. Toilet paper was missing in one restroom.
May 24, 2021 10 demerits · 3 violations
#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. Observed some debris in skimmers. CDI-skimmers were cleaned out
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.Observed ladder and handrail that was slightly loose.
#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 a missing eyeball inlet fitting in pool.
Jun 5, 2020 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: PAPER PERMIT ISSUED. STICKER ISSUED. BOTH MUST BE PLACED WHERE THEY ARE VISABLE FROM THE POOL DECK AREA.
POOL IS NOT APPROVED FOR NIGHT SWIMMING. IF NIGHT SWIMMING IS DESIRED, A NIGHT SWIMMING EVALUATION MUST BE PERFORMED. CONTACT C. ELMORE AT 704-507-6814 FOR THIS EVALUATION IF NIGHT SWIMMING IS DESIRED.
“issuance of a permit by this department does not negate closure required by Executive Order No. 120, 138, 141 or subsequent Orders in effect unless such Orders are rescinded or superseded by another applicable Order.”
NO SIGNATURE WAS OBTAINED DUE TO COVID-19 SOCIAL DISTANCING
NEW PUMP INSTALLED, LIKE FOR LIKE REPLACEMENT, MODEL NUMBER AND HP ON MOTOR VERIFIED. ELECTRICAL PERMIT AND INSPECTION VERIFIED.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed one eyeball fitting missing. No permit action taken, most fittings in place. Replacing fittings may not be practical due to
the age of the pool. Replace fittings if practical.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed gaps in fence barrier greater than 4 inches. No permit action taken, pool built in 1971 according to available MCHD records. Alarm on door leading from lobby to pool deck was switched to constant audible alarm during the inspection. Ensure it remains on that setting.
Jul 3, 2019 8 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 on pool floor.
#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) Replace missing or damaged skimmer basket. Observed skimmer baskets damaged.
May 18, 2018 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC form verified. Pump model has worn off except for the SP. Motor is a 2HP and pump matches picture on spec sheet.
Repair contrasting color bands on steps for next year.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
No cross or forced ventilation in pump/chemical room.
.2533(d) Provide drain in pump room floor.
No drain in pump room floor.
.2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
No light in pump room.
#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. Pipe going into wall of pump house.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2626(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink.
.2626(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
Men's restroom was missing toilet paper and soap.
Jun 13, 2017 30 demerits · 8 violations
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed no weekly TA and CA records maintained since the week of May 14th. ITS issued. Maintain records as required.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Maintain surface skimmers in good condition. Observed 2 out of 2 weirs missing. ITS issued. Repair within 30 days. Observed debris in skimmer baskets.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed a loose ladder at the 9 ft end with missing end caps.
#13 · Pool maintenance: contrasting band on steps and benches −4
Observed faded contrasting color band on the stairs. Still visible, repaint by next season.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope tangled and measuring greater than required 36 feet. Rope was detangled and cut to the required length prior to departure. Observed the shepherds hook loose on the body hook pole. Hook was tightened prior to departure.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fence needs repair at the back of the pool up the incline. Observed a broken plank in the fence. The plank opening still measures less than 4 inches.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Maintain 6 ft clearance around the pool deck. Observed only 4 ft of clearance where lounge chairs are placed. Advised to relocate.
#32 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: floors smooth, slip-resistant, kept clean −2
Observed build up on the restroom floor.
Jul 7, 2016 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Sign that reads WARNING: NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY was posted but lettering is fading.
Emergency phone is located inside building. Reccomend posting a sign indicating where phone is.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool has two skimmers but no weirs in either skimmer. Provide weirs to skimmers. ITS issued.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Eqiupment/chemical room was not locked. Keep room locked.
No light in eqiupment room. Provide lighting.
No ventilation in equipment room. Provide ventilation.
Jun 17, 2015 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: GENERAL COMMENT: Observed lounge chairs within 4 feet of pool deck. Maintain 6 foot walk way around perimeter of pool.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH at 6.8. Maintain pH between 7.2 to 7.8. CDI- pH readjusted to 7.2.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris on pool floor. Maintain pool free of debris.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed missing weirs in 2 out of 2 skimmers. Maintain weirs on skimmers. ITS issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed one ladder missing rubber end caps. Maintain ladders in good repair.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter stuck. Provide flow meter that accurately measures rate of flow.
May 29, 2014 18 demerits · 5 violations
#1 · Water quality: water clear enough to clearly see bottom of pool and pool drain −6
Immediate Suspention. Water not clear enough to see bottom of pool. Pool Closed
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Cracks on pool deck surface.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter not operating properly. No light in pump room.
#28 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: bathhouse or rest rooms accessible; shower sign posted −2
No shower sign posted. No shower at pool site.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
No mirrow in mens bathroom.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SHARON WEST APARTMENTS” or State ID 2060500501). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.