12demerits
SOUTHWOOD CONDOMINIUMS
5813 SHARON ROAD, Charlotte, NC 28210
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500515
Latest result12 demerits
Last inspectedMay 5, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceApr 29, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Apr 29, 2014Lower is betterMay 5, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 5, 2026 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: No night swimming
Permit restrictions-flow meter must remain operable. Required at 80 GPM due to to flow restrictions on number of returns. Turnover not met due to restrictions
#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 plexiglass at bottom of fence broken. Replace at any gate where missing or broken.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. Observed door to bathrooms not self closing or self latching. CDI-alarm installed. Gate where AC unit and half wall not self closing self latching. CDI-gate permanently shut.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair. Observed deck with >1/2 inch offset. CDI-crack repaired with cement
#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 leaks at filter and backwash spyglass.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2526(k) Provide shatterproof mirrors. Observed mirrors not shatterproof
May 23, 2025 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: VERIFIED:
- Flow meter remains operable and reading 80 gpm after backwash.
- Pump: shows a 3 hp CHII-N1-3FE placard, Matches picture with a variable speed pump as a CHII-N1-2F
- Blue white flow meter installed on 3” line reading 80 gpm.
- 4 returns located on pool walls
- Main drain, skimmer, and return lines all 3” in diameter
- 3 skimmers with Aquastar A10RCFR covers
- 1 Pentair TR100 and 1 Pentair TR100C filters
#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 debris present in 2/3 skimmers. CDI - PIC emptied on site.
Apr 10, 2024 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Clubhouse doors are self closing, self latching. Windows leading onto pool deck are screwed shut.
Inspection completed with CPO, Pierce Sawyer
All permit compliance items correct during inspection
CPO log records begin today
#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 heavy debris on bottom of pool.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
.2530(c) Provide "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision." in 1" lettering.
.2530(c) Provide "Adults should not swim alone." in 1" lettering.
Signs missing. CPO installed during inspection.
#19 · Premises: signs prohibit glass containers or pets in pool area −4
.2530(d) Provide a sign prohibiting pets and glass containers in the pool area. Sign missing. CPO installed during inspection.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room. No light fixture installed in chemical room.
Aug 3, 2023 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Pierce Sawyer present during inspection.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Main gate is a double gate. Observed pole able to be pulled up to gain entry to the pool.
Pole secured during inspection.
Observed pool fence made of bricks allowing for handhold/foot hold up the side. Pre 2010 fence.
.2528(b) Decorative cut-outs on fence and/or gate shall not exceed 1.75 inches.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
.2528(a) Provide no openings in fence and/or gate greater than 4"x4".
.2528(b) Maintain distance between horizontals at 30" or less pm fence and gate (pre-May 2010).
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed one access hatch standing above grade, corrected during inspection.
Observed left side of pool with several coping stones that need repair prior to next season.
.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.
Apr 12, 2022 2 demerits · 1 violation
#10 · Pool maintenance: safety ropes with floats and contrasting color bands provided at shallow area breakpoints −2
No rope indicating deep end of pool transition. CDI rope installed
Apr 27, 2021 18 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: No night swimming permitted.
General Comment: Sign posted upon arrival stated pool open until 9:30. Operator stated pool hours were from dawn until dusk. Signage updated. Contact inspector at MCHD if facility wishes for to schedule night swimming permit visit.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(b) Maintain no greater than 4" under fence and/or gate (pre-May 2010). -- brick wall barrier near access gates providing foot hold.
-- Observed gate between chemical room and restroom is kept locked per operator and not pedestrian access gate. the gate is part of the overall pool barrier and clearance under this gate is > 4" and measures 6 1/2 inches.
#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 large crack on deck near pool edge measuring 1 inch. CDI, concrete patched / repair made while on-site to prevent potential trip hazard.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Observed flow meter stuck. CDI, repaired while on-site.
#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 ventilation in pump and chemical rooms.
.2533(a) The equipment room door shall have a permanent lock and be kept locked when not in use by the pool operator. Observed no lock and equipment room not kept locked.
.2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room. Observed no light in chemical storage 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.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
.2526(d) Provide hose bib so that all parts of restroom can be reached with a 50 ft hose. Observed no hose bib in bathrooms.
Apr 24, 2019 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC form verified
#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 ventilation in pump and chemical rooms.
#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.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
.2626(d) Provide hose bib so that all parts of restroom can be reached with a 50 ft hose. No hose bibb within 50 ft of restrooms.
Apr 27, 2018 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: VGB and PDSC information verified.
#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.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
Observed no hose bib in bathrooms.
May 2, 2017 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Note; Plexiglass has been installed (secured via screws) below the metal screening on the 3 non-compliant pedestrian gates. Although the plexiglass was installed on the interior sides of the gates (same side of the gates as the existing metal screening), the gates themselves are
> 5' tall and no real step holds exist within 30" above the the upper horizontal member at the bottom of the gate.
POOL PERMIT CAN BE ISSUED
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
-- Lattice brick wall and ~2" wide brick ledge on solid brick walls provide step holds. Curved ascending brick wall leading to double gate & retaining walls leading up to 2 other pedestrian gates provide step holds/ reduce over all outside approach to pool barrier to less than 48".
-- Observed that wrought iron gate located between door to restrooms and chemical room is chained shut with lock in place; CPO reports that this gate stays locked & is never used. Although not a pedestrian gate, the gate is part of the overall pool barrier itself and lacks screening on its lower portion leaving exposed vertical members spaced > 4" a part and 2 horizontal members providing step holds; clearance under this gate is also > 4" ( at least 6").
** See .2528 FENCES.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
-- No light fixture in chemical room. ** Provide.
-- No natural cross draft ventilation or forced air ventilation in chemical room or equipment room. ** Provide.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
Filter backwash pipe turns down into sump.
** Filter backwash water should discharge through a complete air gap.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
No backflow protection on hose bib located below mail boxes nor on hose bib in equipment room. ** Install vacuum breakers on hose bibs.
May 2, 2016 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Pump Pentair Challenger CHII-N1-3FEMain Drain Covers - Paramount SDX RetroEqualizer Covers - R8HP101
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed gates have more than 4 inch openings between vertical members.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed phone not working. CDI brought new phone
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed mirrors not shatterproof.
Apr 24, 2015 8 demerits · 2 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed some leaf debris.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed large planter guarding elevated(trip hazard) junction box within 4 ft of pool edge. Use to be under diving board but not removed when board removed. Needs to be removed before next season.
Apr 29, 2014 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: 8. Observed 2 missing weirs. Replaced during inspection.21. Observed light on pool wall not secured. Repaired during inspection. Continue to monitor to ensure it remains secured.Permit available on website w/in 3 days.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Mirrors in bathrooms should be shatter proof.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SOUTHWOOD CONDOMINIUMS” or State ID 2060500515). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.