18demerits
GIBSON APARTMENTS, THE
1000 CENTRAL AVE, Charlotte, NC 28204
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530412
Latest result18 demerits
Last inspectedSep 2, 2026
Inspections on record21
On record sinceJun 7, 2017
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jun 7, 2017Lower is betterSep 2, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 2, 2026 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with maintenance staff Jonathan Ambrosio.
Gap in large expansion joint near pool restroom entrance. Recommend caulking to elminate gap.
Facility has had issues in the past with the fan in the chemical storage room not functioning. Not able to access to check due to chorine tank. Ensure fan is running continuously.
Wine glass on the pool deck. Maintain deck free of glass. Corrected.
Immediate suspension issued
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Contact Will Harrison (704) 507-6824 for re-inspection once issues have been corrected.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer baskets with leaves and debris. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Corrected.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gaps > 2” under both gates. .2528(a) Maintain 2" or less under fence and/or gate (post-May 1, 2010). - Intent to suspend item.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Not able to call back to emergency phone. .2530 Emergency phone shall either audibly ring or answer automatically when phone number for phone is dialed. - Immediate suspension item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Some items stored near or on top of pool equipment. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
#28 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: bathhouse or rest rooms accessible; shower sign posted −2
Shower not functioning. .2526(h) Shower(s) shall be provided.
Jan 7, 2026 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Shane Everhart present during inspection.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed plaster worn through in front of bench and around main drains.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. Keep in good repair.
Sep 26, 2025 14 demerits · 4 violations
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed no records since 9/23. A CPO must visit the pool every day in operation.
.2535 (11) The pool operator shall inspect the pool at least daily and maintain written records.
.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.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed plaster worn through in front of bench and around main drains.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. Keep in good repair.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed blue chairs near sun shelf at 4’. Observed lounge chair next to blue chairs at 4’ from pool
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed hand sink in woman’s room not functioning.
.2526(f) At least one sinks and one toilet are required for women when the furthest unit is over 300’.
Apr 22, 2025 10 demerits · 3 violations
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Handrail required at sunshelf.
.2521(b) Provide at least one handrail on steps.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed pool phone not transferring to 911. Unable to use for several minutes after failed transfer.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
.2530(f) Pool telephone shall be capable of directly dialing 911 or another emergency notification system.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed mechanical ventilation not functioning in chemical storage.
.2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Jan 7, 2025 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate suspension issued for no compliance on ITS items and pH.
.2528(a) Gate latches located at less than 54" shall require the use of key, combination lock or card reader or be located on the inside of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate with no greater than 1/2" within 18" of latch mechanism.
.2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching.
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
Inspection completed by Jeremy Stawinsky under supervision of Chris Sells.
Call Chris Sells when repairs are complete to reopen pool 704 576 8678.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
Observed pH at 7.0.
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed gaps greater than 1/2” around gate at gate near bike rack.
.2528(a) Gate latches located at less than 54" shall require the use of key, combination lock or card reader or be located on the inside of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate with no greater than 1/2" within 18" of latch mechanism.
Observed maintenance gate not self latching.
.2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching.
Immediate suspension issued
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed fire pit and chairs within 6’ of deck.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times.
Immediate suspension
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed mechanical ventilation not functioning in chemical storage.
.2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Dec 3, 2024 18 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to suspend issued.
.2528(a) Gate shall have no greater than 1/2" within 18" of latch mechanism.
.2528(a) Maintain 2" or less under fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
Observed pool vacuum in pool. Ensure pool closed signs are in place when being used.
Inspection completed by Quinn Kennedy under the supervision of Chris Sells.
#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 several gaps greater than 7 days for weekly CA and TA measurement records.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2528(a) Gate latches located at less than 54" shall require the use of key, combination lock or card reader or be located on the inside of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate with no greater than 1/2" within 18" of latch mechanism. Observed gap greater than 2 inches between gate and fence within 18” of the locking mechanism.
.2528(a) Maintain 2" or less under fence and/or gate (post-May 2010). Observed gap larger than 2 inches below outside gate.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. Observed door to restroom not self latching.
#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. Observed multiple pieces of furniture and fire pit less than 6 feet distance from the pools edge.
#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. Observed incorrect phone number displayed at emergency phone sign. CDI- Pool operator updates sign.
Mar 26, 2024 10 demerits · 2 violations
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed ring buoy at 40 feet. Corrected during inspection.
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed chairs within 6' of pool deck.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times.
Observed gap in deck drain. repair.
.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.
Oct 10, 2023 22 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate suspension issued.
Pool is to remain closed until a return visit has been completed by the health department.
Call Chris Sells to schedule return inspection at 704 576 8678.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment includes body hook and pole and USCG approved ring buoy with required rope length.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed gaps in records
.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.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed ring buoy Beckett rope damaged.
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment includes body hook and pole and USCG approved ring buoy with required rope length.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed door on the left not self-latching.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed emergency phone not able to call 911.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed exhaust fan in chemical storage not functioning.
.2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
May 3, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED.
POOL HAS PASSED INSPECTION AND BEEN ISSUED THE PERMIT DECAL. PAPER PERMIT WILL BE AVAILABLE ON-LINE AT THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT WEBSITE. DISPLAY THE PERMIT AND DECAL AT THE POOL DECK AREA.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 23, 2022 24 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: POOL IS NOT APPROVED FOR NIGHT SWIMMING. POOL CANNOT BE OPEN AFTER SUNSET OR BEFORE SUNRISE UNLESS IT PASSES A NIGHT SWIMMING EVALUATION WITH THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. IF YOU WISH TO HAVE THE POOL EVALUATED FOR NIGHT SWIMMING, PLEASE CONTACT C. ELMORE AT 704-507-6814.
DEADLINE FOR THE I.T.S. IS SEPTEMBER 22ND 2022.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm.
G.S. 130A-2(3) Chlorine added directly to swimming pool. Chlorination must occur through chlorinator. Pool shock chemicals cannot be used for normal operation chlorination.
Observed chlorine to be 0.6ppm upon arrival. CPO adjusted to 3.0ppm. -C.D.I.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH to be 8.0. C.D.I. CPO corrected to 7.8.
#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.
.2535 (4) maintain cyanuric acid at or below 100 ppm.
Observed records not being properly kept. No records for June or July of 2022. No total alkalinity or cyanuric acid for August 2022. Some days are not recorded due to no CPO on site those days. A CPO must visit the pool every day the pool is open and must ensure proper records are kept.
.2535 (11) The pool operator shall inspect the pool at least daily and maintain written records.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed skimmer baskets to be clog with debris to the point of affecting flow through the skimmers.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction.
C.D.I. Skimmers were cleared by the CPO.
#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. Observed deck furniture to be closer than 6 feet from water edge. Items were moved. -C.D.I.
Apr 13, 2022 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED.
CPO AGREED TO EMAIL OF INSPECTION REPORT.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 26, 2021 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: CONTINUE TO FOLLOW ALL APPLICABLE COVID RULES.
NO SIGNATURE DUE TO COVID PRECAUTIONS.
CPO AGREED TO EMAIL OF THE REPORT.
#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. Cyanuric acid shall not be higher than 100ppm. Observed gaps in the record book. Most records were properly kept, but all required items must be properly kept. No permit action taken. Correct future record keeping and do not have any such gaps in the record.
Jan 28, 2021 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS NOTED.
“issuance of a permit by this department does not negate closure required by Executive Order No. 120, 138, 141, 147, 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
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Sep 15, 2020 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Observed call-back number for 911 call-box to not function. 911 call box functions properly for call-out and has proper posted information. Proper information is with local 911 service.
Intent to Suspend Issued for door latches. Deadline is 10/15/2020.
C. Elmore will follow-up on 911 call box correction on or around 10/15/2020.
Contact C. Elmore when corrections are made. 704-507-6814.
“issuance of a permit by this department does not negate closure required by Executive Order No. 120, 138, 141, 147, 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
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed gaps in the log book. Keep proper records every day the pool is open for swimming. Most records kept properly, no Permit Action taken.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed doors onto pool deck not self-latching although they are self-closing. Correct the doors or add an audible alarm that alerts when door is opened. I.T.S. Issued. Deadline is 10/15/2020.
Apr 21, 2020 6 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Night swimming not allowed at this pool.
“issuance of a permit by this department does not negate closure required by Executive Order No. 120 or subsequent Orders in effect unless such Orders are rescinded or superseded by another applicable Order.”
No signature obtained due to COVID-19 social distancing.
sent to Rick Luna
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Observed throw rope to be 60 feet long. Corrected to the 40 feet length which is required for this pool. CDI
Jul 17, 2019 30 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: 15 - Ring buoy in need of replacement. Grab rope degraded due to sun exposure but still usable. Replace in 30 days.
.2530(a) Provide USCG approved ring buoy.
Intent to Suspend issued for no record keeping, deck clearance, gate self-closing, self-latching, and chlorinator.
Note: Shower not operable at time of inspection. Shower not required at apartment complex.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No log book. Intent to Suspend issued.
.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
Skimmers with debris. Corrected during inspection.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gate at fire entry gate not self-closing. Getting stuck. Repair to self-close, self-latch. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Pool furniture within 1 ft. of pool edge. Maintain 6 ft. clearance around pool. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Phone number on sign with tape and worn off due to sun exposure. Provide phone number on emergency pool phone signage. 704-595-7213. Corrected during inspection.
.2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Observed granular chlorine floating on water at entry on to pool deck. Operator had just shocked pool. Doors were locked but no pool closed signs were posted. Per operator chlorinator has not been working properly. Chlorinator is a Pentair 320 rated at 100% output of 2.49 lbs per day. Based on pool gallon size, pool chlorinator would be required to maintain 5.22 lbs per day. Chlorinator does not appear to be sized for the swimming pool. Address chlorination issue. Intent to Suspend issued for chlorinator.
.2535(6) Automatic chlorinators shall be NSF certified and installed per manufacturer instructions. Pool will remain closed to public until granular chlorine has disappated.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Storage on floor in chemical storage room. Keep storage up off floor.
.2534(4) Provide storage for pool chemicals in waterproof containers or store up off the floor.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
No soap in men's and women's restrooms.
.2626(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink.
Apr 16, 2019 20 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate suspension for pH and free chlorine.
Please call Kiana Chrisp at 704-621-1458 when items are corrected for a re-inspection
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. Pool chorine is reading 0 ppm. Pool operator placed chlorine tabs in the chrlorinator. Free chlorine was still reading 0ppm after the inspection was completed. Immediate Suspension.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed the pH of the pool pH above 8.0. Immediate suspension.
#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 skimmers with debris. CDI- Pool operator cleaned out skimmer baskets.
#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. Observed 3ft of deck clearance around the pool furniture around the pool. CDI- Pool operator moved chairs to create 6 ft of deck clearance.
Jul 9, 2018 36 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate Suspension issued for chlorine and for emergency phone. Once corrected, contact Katie Wilson at 704-309-5494 to re-open swimming pool. Pool may not re-open until return visit is made.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Pool chlorine at 0.4 ppm. Pool currently utilizing salt cell which is not sized for swimming pool. Salt is not approved for primary chlorination. Installed chlorinator must be used to chlorinate pool for primary chlorination. Immediate Suspension issued.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records not maintained regularly. Record chlorine, pH and main drain checks daily. Record alkalinity and acid weekly. 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
Build-up on side walls of skimmer ring, inside and sides of basket and debris in baskets. Keep skimmers clean. Keep baskets clean so that recirculation system can operate properly. Baskets emptied during inspection.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Double door from pool deck not self-latching. Latch is catching. Repair to self-latch, self-close. Intent to Suspend item.
Patio furniture inside enclosures provides footholds at fence. Eliminate footholds.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Pool furniture directly next to swimming pool. Operator corrected during inspection. If continues to be an issue, an intent to suspend will be issued and some furniture shall be required to be removed from pool deck.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone not operable. Phone must connect to 911 with correct address and phone number. Immediate Suspension issued.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Pool utilizing salt as primary chlorination. Not sized for swimming pool and will require additional salt cells. Chlorinator shall be utilized as primary chlorination. Intent to Suspend item.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Shower inoperable. Repair shower.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
No backflow prevention device on hose bib at shower. Provide backflow prevention device on all hose bibs.
Feb 21, 2018 14 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Issued immediate suspension for #22 (emergency phone)
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Vacuum cover not in place at time of inspection. Corrected onsite.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed deck chairs with in six feet of pools edge. Maintain 6 feet of deck clearance at all points.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed emergency phone inoperable. Immediate suspension issued.
Dec 5, 2017 14 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Issues intent to suspend for #5 (records).
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Observed daily records not being kept for past month. Maintain daily writted records for chlorine, pH, and maindrain safety. Maintan weekly wrten records for total alkalinity and cyanuric acid.
#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 of debris in skimmers. Keep skimmers free of debris.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Observed deckchairs within 6 feet of pools edge. Maintain at least 6 feet of deck clearance at all points.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed chemical being stored in pump room. Store chemicals in designated chemical room when not in use.
Jun 7, 2017 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Permit issued with the following conditions.
No night swimming
Maintain windows that open onto pool deck such that they cannot open > 4".
Fire Department Knox Lock for large doors must remain permanently locked unless Fire Department is accessing.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records just recently being kept. No cyanuric acid checks yet. Pool log sheet states cyanuric acid be checked monthly, ensure cyanuric acid is checked at least weekly and maintained at no more than 100 ppm.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck chairs too close to pool. Maintain at least 6 feet clear walkway around the pool. Corrected by operator.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GIBSON APARTMENTS, THE” or State ID 2060530412). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.