4demerits
FLATS AT 8710
8710 RESEARCH DRIVE, Charlotte, NC 28262
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060500927
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedJun 2, 2026
Inspections on record9
On record sinceApr 30, 2014
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Apr 30, 2014Lower is betterJun 2, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 2, 2026 4 demerits · 1 violation
#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. Clean debris out of skimmer baskets.
Jun 20, 2025 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with operator Joshua Williams. Items corrected from last inspection and permit issued. Pool on A status.
Gate repaired, screws to limit windows installed, holes in pool steps patched, ring buoy rope corrected to correct length and attached to ring buoy
.
Note: pool plaster damaged/peeling in several areas will require repair/replacement prior to permitting 2026.
Note: CPO must be present to check pool and maintain records daily
#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.
Ring buoy rope not attached to ring buoy. Operator corrected and attached.
#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.
.2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
.2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
Observed standing water on pump room. Ventilation not working in chemical storage room. Light not working in chemical storage room.
Jun 11, 2025 32 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with operator Joshua Williams. Permit denied due to the following items:
Gate not latching shut, windows that open onto pool deck not limited, hole in pool step from replacement of ladder, no diving tiles do not meet requirements, ring buoy rope incorrect length.
Note: pool plaster damaged/peeling in several areas will require repair/replacement prior to permitting 2026.
Note: CPO must be present to check pool and maintain records daily
Once all items are correct, call the office at 980-314-1620 to request a reinspection. A $100 revisit fee will apply.
#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. No records available - no record book available on site.
.2537(c) Pool owner shall provide for the operation and maintenance of the pool by a trained pool operator. CPO is based out of Greensboro and currently maintains pool 4 days per week. Pool must be maintained daily by a certified CPO and records must be maintained and available for review for every day the pool is open.
#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. Algae buildup on bottom of pool floor. Operator cleaning during visit.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
.2523(d) No Diving markers shall be written in four inch letters or international 6"x6" no diving in red and black on a white background. No diving markers on pool walls not international 6 x 6 in red/black. Replace with correct tiles. Permit item
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 - Stairs leading into pool in poor repair with 2” open hole on bottom step where ladder removed/replaced. Hole must be repaired prior to permitting. Permit item
#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. Ring buoy rope at 30”. Need to correct to 23’
Permit item.
.2530(a) Provide at least 12 ft. long pole with body hook securely attached. Body hook not attached to pole. Operator corrected.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching, self-closing unless an attendant AND lifeguard are present. Gate near office are not self closing and latching shut. Permit item
.2528(a) Ground level windows shall not open greater than 4" on to pool deck or child protected by audible alarm. Ground level windows in residential apartments not limited to opening no more than 4”. Correct. Permit Item
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. Incorrect call back number for Kings III emergency system phone posted. Operator corrected.
#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.
.2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
.2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
.2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
.2534(4) Provide storage for pool chemicals in waterproof containers or store up off the floor.
Observed standing water on pump room floor. All pool chemicals stored on floor in water on pump room floor and not inside attached chemical storage room. Ventilation not working in pump room or in chemcial storage room. Light not working in chemical storage room.
May 24, 2019 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: this pool is not permitted for night swimming.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
observed missing end caps on ladder.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(a) Ground level windows shall not open greater than 4" on to pool deck or child protected by audible alarm.
observed window on ground level opened more than 4"
CDI secured to only open 4"
Apr 24, 2018 10 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 21. Appears that water is in the pool light socket, CPO states there is no electrical current to this fixture - should be repaired
22. Keep furniture away from access to emergency phone
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Tighten handrail
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Maintain > 5' walkway around pool edge, replace piece of deck drain that is broken
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Remark labels & direction of water flow - faded
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Mirrors should be shatter-resistant
Jun 20, 2017 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Rob Peltier was present.
**Observed new motor on pump had been installed and horse power is high than pump is rated. Running the pump with a motor with a high horse power may cause pump to burn out.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 10, 2016 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: . Permit issued, but not allowed to operate until eq covers changed out. Verification will be made -updated PDSC form shall be submitted. Until updates are complete pool shall be remained closed.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 14, 2015 10 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
.2518, .2537 Surface skimers; keep skimmers clean; Observed skimmers in need of cleaning.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530, .2537 Ring Buoy, provide ring buoy with correct rope length; Observed throw rope 4ft to long . CDI rope cut to required length.
Apr 30, 2014 16 demerits · 5 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Maintain pool floor in good repair. Observed paint chipping in various areas of pool floor.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed fill spout more than 6" from ladder.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Maintain 6ft clearance around pool deck. Observed chairs within 6ft of pool deck.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Maintain flow meter working properly. Observed flow meter stuck and not functioning. CDI, repaired during inspection.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Maintain hot water in restrooms less than 110F. Observed hot water exceeding 110F.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “FLATS AT 8710” or State ID 2060500927). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.