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GATEWAY WEST APARTMENTS
902 W 4TH ST, Charlotte, NC 28202
Seasonal Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060501576
Latest result0 demerits
Last inspectedMay 20, 2026
Inspections on record5
On record sinceAug 4, 2023
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Aug 4, 2023Lower is betterMay 20, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 20, 2026 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Permit conditions: Filtration flow meter must remain operable. Flow required at 47 gpm to 98 gpm to meet turnover and flow restriction of the filter. 2.25 THP motor on t hp pump - feature.
NIGHT SWIMMING NOT PERMITTED
NO VIOLATIONS OBSERVED
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 16, 2025 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: New Permit Restriction:
Filtration flow meter must remain operable. Flow required at 47 gpm to 98 gpm to meet turnover and flow restriction of the filter. - VERIFIED
Pump Hayward W3SP3206VSP, 2.7 THP - VERIFIED
Blue White flow meter installed on 2” pipe reading above flow. - VERIFIED
Main drain and skimmer line into wall 3” pipe; Return line into wall 2.5” - VERIFIED
(2) Aquastar WAV12WRxxx drain covers 2017 (4 total) - VERIFIED
Hayward S310S filter - VERIFIED
6 returns either on the wall or floor - VERIFIED
2 skimmers - VERIFIED
NIGHT SWIMMING NOT PERMITTED.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
.2530(c) Provide "Warning - No Lifeguard on Duty" in 4" lettering.
Sign was on premise but not posted. CDI - Posted
Apr 1, 2025 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Filtration Pump PDSC Form has a different model # than what is on filtration pump. Submit new PDSC form with correct Model #, W3SP3206VSP
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Apr 22, 2024 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Heater is not in use. Main pump's motor has been replaced and passed electrical inspection with Code Enforcement
#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 skimmer baskets. Clean
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Ladder is loose. Install per manufacturer's instructions
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(5) Chemicals shall be stored as to prevent a reaction and permit for easy clean-up. Bags of powder chemicals stored on floor. Store dry chemicals off the floor.
Aug 4, 2023 34 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: 6 - PDSC form shows 4 skimmers. 2 skimmers installed. Feature pump with no label. HP on pump shows 2.25 THP. PDSC form indicates feature pump a 3210EE, 1 hp pump. Worst case scenario, pump is a 3220EE, 2 hp pump. Provide updated PDSC form for feature with correct model number. No suction hazard.
Provide corrected PDSC form within 1 week or permit will be suspended.
Intent to Suspend issued for the following:
.2528 - eliminate foothold at gate latching mechanism; kick plate provide horizontal at <45"; plexiglass not secure in some places where horizontals at <45"
.2518 - secure skimmer collars
A return visit will be made in 30 days to verify completion of ITS items. If not corrected, permit will be suspended.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some sand on the pool floor. Keep floor clean.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Collars around the top of the skimmers loose. Secure. Intent to Suspend issued.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
One gate missing metal angle on gate latching mechanism. Provide 45 degree angle over latching mechanism to eliminate foothold.
Some areas where plexiglass is not secured and less than 45" between horizontals. Re-secure in areas missing metal attachment.
<45" between horizontals due to kick plates on two gates. Eliminate kick plate or eliminate horizontal by covering outside of gate.
Intent to Suspend issued for above items.
One gate not self-closing, self-latching. Corrected during the inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck drain popped in one location. Corrected during the inspection.
Continue to monitor deck. Some polymeric sand beginning to wash out. Repair as needed. Deck is required to have polymeric sand within 6 ft. of pool. Continue to repair remainder of deck.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
No dialing instructions at pool phone. Corrected during the inspection.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
No flow meter on the chlorinator. Original construction. Provide flow meter.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter not operable. No flow restrictions. Repair flow meter so operable.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Floor wet in pump room. Keep dry. Did not view any leaks. Operator stated from backwash.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
No backflow prevention device on hose bib in pump room. Provide backflow prevention device.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GATEWAY WEST APARTMENTS” or State ID 2060501576). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.