20demerits
UNIVERSITY WALK APARTMENTS
1205 UNIVERSITY WALK CIRCLE, Charlotte, NC 28213
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530168
Latest result20 demerits
Last inspectedOct 28, 2026
Inspections on record22
On record sinceAug 12, 2013
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Aug 12, 2013Lower is betterOct 28, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 28, 2026 20 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Issued Immediate suspension for inadequate pH. Pool is to remain closed until pH is in acceptable range of 7.2-7.8. Please call James Bjorneboe at 704-507-6820 to schedule re-visit when pH is back in acceptable range.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH at 6.8. Maintain between 7.2-7.8.
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed excessive debris in skimmers. Keep skimmers free of debris.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed no body hook on pool deck. Corrected on site.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Observed leak on chlorinator hose. Repair.
Mar 11, 2026 14 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Issued immediate suspension for pH and return flow issues. Pool is to remain closed until all items are corrected. Please call James Bjorneboe at 704-507-6820 when corrected to schedule re-visit.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH at 6.8. Maintain pH between 7.2-7.8
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed 1 inlet cover missing. Replace.
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed return flow at 145-150 gpm. Flow should remain between 220-230 gpm.
Jun 10, 2025 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Local permit sticker issued onsite.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed debris in skimmers. Keep skimmers free of debris.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed ladder missing tread on one rung. Replace.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
Feb 20, 2024 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Issued immediate suspension for chlorine at 0.0ppm. Flowmeter must remain operable with a return flow of 220-230 gpm at all times. Observed flow meter with a max return flow of 150 gpm. Pool is to remain closed until chlorine levels are at an acceptable level and return flow to pool remains constant at 220-230 gpm. Please call James Bjorneboe at 704-507-6820 with any questions.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Observed no chlorine in pool. Maintain chlorine at a minimum of 1.0ppm.
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed no records being kept for January or February. Maintain daily and weekly written records as required.
.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.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed excessive debris in skimmers. Keep skimmers free of debris.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Observed 1 ladder missing rung. Replace missing rung.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed deck chairs within 6 feet of pools edge. Maintain 6 feet of clearance at all points. Corrected onsite.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap present at backwash pit. Provide air gap.
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap.
Nov 9, 2023 30 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Leasing office being renovated at time of inspection. Doors to pool deck were kept unlocked. All doors must remain self-closing, self-latching when the pool is open to the public.
Ring buoy grab rope degrading. Bottom of ring buoy rope starting to fray. Given one week, until 11/16, to replace ring buoy with USCG approved buoy and 50 ft. rope.
Intent to Suspend issued for the following:
.2523/.2537 - replace 3 1/2 ft. sticker depth markers to measure 4" in height where needed; provide 4 ft. depth marker on pool wall and deck at far right side of pool between 5 ft. and 3 1/2 ft.
.2528 - repair double doors to self-close, self-latch
.2522/.2537 - provide plug for fill line. Shall not offset greater than 1/2"
Marion Lloyd present during the inspection.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One damaged skimmer basket. Replace basket.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Sticker 3 1/2 ft. depth markers on pool wall/deck less than 4" in height. Replace with depth marker measuring 4" or greater. Intent to Suspend issued.
>25 ft. between 5 ft. and 3 1/2 ft. depth marker at far right side of pool. Provide 4 ft. on pool wall and deck in 4" lettering between 5 ft. and 3 1/2 ft. Intent to Suspend issued.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Double doors into leasing office not self-closing, self-latching. Need adjusted. Repair to self-close, self-latch. Intent to Suspend issued.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Fill line missing plug on pool deck next to ladder handrail. Provide plug that does not exceed 1/2" offset. Intent to Suspend issued.
Some deck damage next to handrail by fill line. Does not warrant repair at time of inspection. Continue to monitor and repair if worsens.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Incorrect phone number posted at pool phone. Corrected during the inspection.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Chlorinator without flow meter. If ever replaced, install per NSF requirement. Original construction.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Most lights burnt out in pump room. Provide lighting.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap at backwash line to pit. Provide air gap.
Mar 3, 2023 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Ring buoy had 50ft throw rope attached. Observed ph at 7.2. Permit reinstated. Monitor gate on right aside of pool deck to ensure that it stays self-closing/ self-latching. Main drains must be replaced by 5/21/2023. Please submit all paper work to this office once drains have been replaced for approval.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed minor amount of debris on pool floor. Keep pool floor free of debris.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
No air gap on backwash line. Ensure back wash line has an air gap.
Oct 4, 2022 24 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Issued immediate suspension for #3 (pH) and #15 (ring bouy/ throw rope). Please call 704-507-6820 once items are corrected. Main drains expire 5/2023. Replace main drains before 5/2023 and submit appropriate forms for approval. PDSC form can be found at http://meckpools.charmeck.org
#4 · Water quality: water temperature of heated pool −6
Observed pH at 6.8. Maintain pH between 7.2-7.8.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed debris on pool floor. Keep pool floor 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 debris in skimmers. Keep skimmers free of debris.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope detached from ring bouy. Re-attach throw rope and ensure that rope is 50ft in length.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed deck chairs within 6ft of pools edge. Maintain 6ft of clearance at all points.
Mar 30, 2022 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Observed both pumps running at 230 gpm.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed sand from volleyball court on pool floor. Monitor pool floor for sand and clean regularly.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed deck chairs within 6 feet of pools edge. Maintain six feet of deck clearance at all points. Corrected on site.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed some clutter in chemical room area and buckets of chemical in the pump room area. Clean and organize chemical room and keep buckets of chemicals in chemical room when not in use.
Oct 5, 2021 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Marion Lloyd. Due to COVID-19 precautions, inspection was not signed by the operator.
Also conducted in-field plan review for two newly installed Pentair Whsiperflo XF-VS pumps. Electrical permit E4009701 finaled on 7/28/2021, permit E3923275 finaled on 3/30/3021. Permit restriction is that FloVis flow meter read between 220 GPM and 230 GPM, as minimum turnover is 221 GPM and return line is rated for 230 GPM.
When I arrived flow meter read 230 GPM with both pumps operating at 3100 GPM. Operator adjusted speed to 2850 RPM for both pumps to achieve 220 GPM. This was not after a fresh backwash.
Some air bubbles in pump basket closest to the inlet side. Could be due to it being installed too close to multiple elbows, or there may be an air leak. Recommend having installer verify that there are no issues with the pump or piping.
Permit sticker issued
Permit will be posted online at Meckpools.Charmeck.org in 3-5 business days. Please print a copy for your records.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Some piping not labeled in the pump room. .2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels.
Nov 4, 2019 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Body hook with one screw. Recommend installing an additional screw to secure the body hook to the pool.
Cap for fill spout loose. Recommend installing a cap that can be securely screwed into the fill line and is flush with the pool deck.
Intent to suspend issued.
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#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No records for the weekends, no cyanuric acid checks. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, and pool water maintenance. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. Maintain CYA at no more than 100ppm. - Intent to suspend item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Algae growing on pool walls. Leaves floating on water surface and on pool floor. Pool is not checked on the weekends and operator said they'll do the pool once they finish doing the grounds. .2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. - Intent to suspend item.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Most skimmer baskets full of leaves. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Intent to suspend item.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Main doors that open onto the pool deck are not self-latching. .2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm. - Intent to suspend item.
One gate not self-closing and self-latching. .2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. - Intent to suspend item.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Large hole in the deck. Cover for hole missing. .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. - Intent to suspend item.
Apr 12, 2019 2 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Log book shows 100ppm for cyanuric acid, this is the maximum allowed. Maintain at no more than 100ppm.
Body hook with one screw. Recommend securing body hook to pole with two screws.
Label on pump missing. Pump with 5 HP motor.
Permit will be available on our website, Meckpools.charmeck.org in the next week or so. Please print a copy to post in the pool area. The sticker permit should be coming in the mail around the same time. Please place where your current sticker is on the pool rules sign.
Pool not permitted for night swimming. You can schedule a night swimming inspection by calling Will Harrison (704-507-6824). Pool currently opened until dusk.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Some of the stalls in the men's and women's restroom without toilet paper. .2626(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms. - Corrected by operator.
Oct 22, 2018 38 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Depth marker on pool deck cracked. Recommend replacing.
Posted pool hours are 9AM - 10PM. Pool not permitted for night swimming. Change pool hours to reflect that pool closes before dark or provide sufficent lighting and schedule a pool lighting inspection.
Immediate suspension issued.
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Call Will Harrison (704-507-6824) for reinspection.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
G.S. 130A-2(3) Chlorine added directly to swimming pool. Chlorine tablet in the skimmer. Chlorination must occur through chlorinator. Eliminate direct hazard to public. - Immediate supsension item.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535 Records missing some days, 2 weeks since last total alkalinity or cyanuric acid check. Check daily Cl, pH, main drains and record daily pool maintenance activities. Check at least weekly Total Alkalinity and Cyanuric Acid. Maintain Cyanuric Acid at no more than 100 ppm. - Intent to suspend item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
.2537(14) Large amount of leaves in the pool. Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. - Intent to suspend item.
#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) Some weirs not installed. Replace missing weirs. - Intent to suspend item.
.2518(k) Some skimmers full of leaves. Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Intent to suspend item.
.2518(k) Some skimmer baskets cracked. Replace missing or damaged skimmer basket.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) New throw rope 56 feet long. Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less. Corrected by operator to 50 feet.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2537(2) Two large holes cut into the pool deck. Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. - Intent to suspend item.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
.2535(6) Chlorine tablet in the skimmer to chlorinate the pool. Provide NSF approved automatic chlorinator installed per manufacturer instructions. - Intent to suspend item.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Flow meter stuck. Keep flow meter operational. - Intent to suspend item.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2626(l) Out of toilet paper in one of the restroom stalls. Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
Jun 14, 2018 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 28, 2017 14 demerits · 4 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed one area of chipping on pool stairs. Repair. Also observed minor amount of debris on pool floor. Keep pool floor 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 minor amount od debris in skimmers. Keep skimmers free of debris.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed gate propped open. Ensure gates are kept closed. Corrected on site.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed pump/chemical room unlocked at time of visit. Keep pump/chemical room locked when not in use.
Jun 20, 2017 30 demerits · 7 violations
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed damage to the pool floor. Repair before it gets worse.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
Observed pool wall depth marker tiles to have fallen off. Replace them with proper depth marker tiles with numbers 4" high or bigger. Replace missing regular wall tiles also.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed return missing eyeball fitting. Replace it.
#13 · Pool maintenance: contrasting band on steps and benches −4
Observed 1 tile missing from contracting band on stairs. Replace it.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed Ring Buoy throw rope to be 45'. Length required is 50'. -C.D.I. 50' rope was attached.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed deck chairs to be closer than 6 feet from the water. -C.D.I. Chairs were were pushed back. Cap the holes on the deck such that there is a 1/2 inch or less change from the level deck.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter stuck. Replace it.
Nov 21, 2016 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Observed main drains to appear to be WATERWAY 640-472x not WATERWAY 640-4790v as listed on the PDSC form. Verify the model of the drain covers and submit a corrected PDSC form if the covers are 640-472x.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed gaps in data log records. Ensure main drains are checked 1 time a day and that cyanuric acid is checked and recorded 1 time a week. Cyanuric acid shall not be higher than 100ppm.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed damaged pool tile. Repair it.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed 1 return missing the eyeball fitting.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed flow meter stuck. Repair it.
Apr 13, 2016 26 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: PDSC form lists the main drains as WATERWAY 640-479x model.
The WATERWAY 640-472x model is what is installed. This must be corrected and submitted to the HEALTH DEPT.
POOL CLOSED TO SWIMMING
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH to be at 7.0. Pool pH must be 7.2-7.8 rant to be safe. I.S. Issued.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Daily records must include a daily check of the pH, Cl2, and main drains. Total alkalinity and cyanuric acid must be checked once a week. This is not being done properly.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed damaged tile at the water's edge on the pool wall. Repair it.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Observed eyeball fittings missing on 2 returns. Replace them if possible.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed deck chairs closer than 6' from pool edge. Pool chairs were moved. -C.D.I.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Observed leak at the pool pump. Observed flow meter stuck. Repair these items.
Nov 23, 2015 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Filling the pool shall be done using the proper fill system. Hoses cannot be the method used to fill the pool.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed some dates in November not recorded. Cl2, pH, and main drain checks must be done and recorded every day the pool is open. TA and CA checks must be done 1 time a week and recorded. These tests shall be done with the liquid test kit.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed garden hose left on the deck to fill the pool. This is a trip hazard. Hose was removed.
#20 · Premises: caution signs posted at hot water spas −4
Observed flow meter to be stuck. Repair it.
Mar 2, 2015 12 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Sep 10, 2014 26 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Apr 15, 2014 20 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Aug 12, 2013 20 demerits · details not yet loaded
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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “UNIVERSITY WALK APARTMENTS” or State ID 2060530168). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.