4demerits
CORTLAND SEVENTY SEVEN
6530 FREE THROW LN, Charlotte, NC 28217
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530446
Latest result4 demerits
Last inspectedAug 26, 2026
Inspections on record18
On record sinceMay 1, 2018
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 1, 2018Lower is betterAug 26, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 26, 2026 4 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with maintenance member Brandon.
**PIC stated facility is planning on replacing their pump soon. Please submit new PDSC form and send via email at meckpools@mecknc.gov for approval. New electrical inspection will also be required.**
No night swimming.
(2) PUMPS - 2 HP VERIFIED WITH IMPELLER VERIFICATION AS A 1.5 HP CHALLENGER
NOTE: TV ROOM PART OF THE POOL DECK. MAINTAIN NO GLASS SIGNS IN PLACE.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
Observed missing endcaps in both ladders.
Replace missing endcaps to prevent damaging pool wall.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting .
Observed chemicals stored in pump room (pool built prior to 2004).
Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Observed items cluttering floor of pump room, providing less than 3 ft of clear walking space in pump room.
Keep items stored as a means to provide 3 ft of clear walking space.
Mar 19, 2026 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Conducted inspection with EHS Rusi Woo and CPO. Pool remains in good standing and on A status.
(2) PUMPS - 2 HP VERIFIED WITH IMPELLER VERIFICATION AS A 1.5 HP CHALLENGER
PERMIT RESTRICTIONS: TV ROOM PART OF THE POOL DECK. MAINTAIN ROOM WITH NO GLASS KEEP NO GLASS SIGNS IN PLACE.
Const. Date: 5/20/1996 Rope Length: 50' Night Swim?: No
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladders missing end caps.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting
Rule.2534. .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
.2526(a) Post a shower sign visible upon entrance to the pool.
Oct 7, 2025 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Conducted inspection with CPO Ryan. Pool remains on A status and in good standing.
Const. Date: 5/20/1996
Rope Length: 50'
No night swimming
(2) PUMPS - 2 HP VERIFIED
WITH IMPELLER
VERIFICATION AS A 1.5 HP
CHALLENGERPERMIT
RESTRICTIONS: TV ROOM
PART OF THE POOL DECK.
MAINTAIN ROOM WITH
NO GLASS KEEP NO
GLASS SIGNS IN PLACE
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladders missing end caps.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
No permit action
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Grounding wire detached from one of the pumps. Operator reattached. No permit action.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting
Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Apr 22, 2025 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Conducted inspection with CPO Ryan. Pool remains open and in A status.
Note: Repair the tile offset on part of pool near body hook approaching 1/2” before it becomes a trip hazard.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladders missing end caps.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
No permit action
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting
Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Oct 7, 2024 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Conducted inspection with John.
Pool remains on A status and in good standing.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladders missing end caps.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
No permit action
#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. Several loungers and planters too close to pool. Operator moved items and corrected. No permit action
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting
Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Mar 19, 2024 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Conducted inspection with CPO Ryan Peters. Equalizers observed to have all been plugged. No suction hazard. Provide health department with updated PDSE form reflecting the change within the week. Main drain covers expiring 6/19/2024. Replace drain covers with new appropriately rated covers and submit an updated PDSE to health department for approval. Replacements and approvals must be complete before current drain covers expire or current permit will be suspended.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535(10) Provide test kit capable of measuring disinfectant level, cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. Reagents observed to be expired. Replace expired reagents with in date reagents to ensure chemical reading accuracy. No permit action.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
.2539(c) All pools, prior to permit issuance, shall provide documentation to the Department to verify suction outlet safety compliance.
Equalizers observed to have all been plugged. No suction hazard. Provide health department with updated PDSE form reflecting the change within the week. No permit action.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder missing rubber stop.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Operator provided piece and will install.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
No permit action
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting
Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Aug 23, 2023 32 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with operator Ryan. Immediate suspension of permit issued due to improper water chemistry. Chlorine at 0ppm, pH at 8.0. Pool closed with signs posted during inspection. Pool must remain closed with signs posted until permit is re-instated. Call Hope McIntosh at 980-229-7549 once corrected.
Note: damage to wall tiles at coping and eroded plater on corners under wall tile resulting in possible sharp edges. Operator noted they were working on contract with Caribbean to have plaster and wall tiles corrected. Wall tiles and plaster must be repaired prior to permit issuance for 2024.
Emergency phone speaker breaking up - in and out. EHS able to connect to Kings III and to local 911 operators, however, communications difficult. EHS strongly recommends having phone serviced to prevent outage.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. Chlorine at 0ppm. *permit item.
Caribbean Pool on site refilling liquid chlorine for chemical feed system noted chlorine was empty before re-filling. Pool does not have additional in-line chlorinator.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Pool water pH at 8.0. *permit item
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
.2537 - Pool wall plaster eroded at coping wall tile resulting in sharp edging near entry steps. Various areas of damaged pool wall/coping tile with missing tiles. Must be corrected prior to issuance of 2024 permit.
#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 greater than 50’
Operator corrected.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Flow meter not operating. Corrected during inspeciton.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
Feb 20, 2023 20 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Ryan Peters. 30 day intent to suspend the permit issued for incomplete/missing record keeping. Ensure daily documentation of cl, pH, main drain checks and weekly checks of TA, CYA.
EHS will return within 30 days to re-evaluate record keeping.
Night Swimming not permitted.
Equalizer covers expiring require replacement prior to 4/25/23 or plug equalizer lines per state recommendation. Covers must be replaced or lines plugged and PDSC must be approved prior to 4/25/23 or permit will be suspended. Operational permit for 2023-2024 season will not be issued until completed.
#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 missing weekly TA and/or CYA readings over past 2 months. No records documented for 2/18 or 2/19.
Permit item.
#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. Debris on pool bottom. Algae/buildup on pool walls. Operator began cleaning during inspection.
#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. Heavy debris buildup in skimmers. CDI - cleaned during inspection
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
.2526(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink. No soap in mens or womens restrooms.
Sep 15, 2022 26 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Skimmer equalizer covers expire April 2023. Plug lines per State Recommendations or replace and submit updated PDSC form PRIOR to expiration or permit will be suspended.
Inspection with Ryan Peters
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records missing maintenance (chemicals added/changes).
.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. Operator added 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 observed with debris at time of inspection.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator emptied and corrected.
One weir broken out. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs. Operator replaced and corrected.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Buoy rope tangled at time of inspection and 60’. .2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less.
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment should be conveniently located. Operator untangled and cut rope to 50’. Corrected.
*Note: Becketts on buoy starting to wear, advised keeping in place or Coast Guard approval is void.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
Back door in gym not latching onto pool deck or alarmed.
.2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm. Operator corrected to self-close, self-latch.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
One inlet fitting (eyeball). .2518(i) Arrange inlets to produce uniform circulation. Replace. Only one fitting. Will verify at next inspection. Permit action will be taken if not corrected.
Flow meter not operational at time of inspection.
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Operator adjusted and corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room and on floor. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps. Light out in pump/chemical room.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
.2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump 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.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
No paper towels in men’s restroom. Provide hand drying in restroom.
Mar 29, 2022 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: 30 Day Intent to Suspend (ITS) for records, inlet fitting and pool wall. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance to lift ITS.
Changed to “W” ITS status
No Night Swimming
Inspection with Robert Massenburg
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records not being kept daily (missing days and main drains not being checked).
.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 (11) The pool operator shall inspect the pool at least daily and maintain written records.
*permit item
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool wall tiling cracked out, not in good repair, causing sharp edge near stair entry. Keep pool walls in good repair.
*permit item
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer observed with debris at time of inspection.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator emptied and corrected.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Inlet fitting missing by stairs. .2518(i) Arrange inlets to produce uniform circulation. Replace.
*permit item
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built prior to 2004. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps. Water on floor under pump. Light out in pump/chemical room.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump
.2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
.2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
.2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
Sep 29, 2021 28 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to suspend (ITS) for records, deck offsets greater than 1/2" and buoy.
Note: (2) PUMPS - 2 HP VERIFIED WITH IMPELLER VERIFICATION AS A 1.5 HP CHALLENGER. Other pump is 1.5 HP listed on motor and pump.
Inspection with Ryan Peters
No signature due to COVID
No Night Swimming
"W" ITS status
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records not being kept daily (missing weekends and some other days).
.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 (11) The pool operator shall inspect the pool at least daily and maintain written records.
*permit item
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer observed with debris at time of inspection.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator emptied and corrected.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Buoy cracking at outer rim. Lack of severity does not warrant immediate suspension. Allowed 30 days to replace. Keep in good repair.
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment includes body hook and pole and USCG approved ring buoy with required rope length.
*permit item
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck chipped by entry handrail, piece of deck protruding more than 1/2" by left side of pool at 5 FT.
.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.
*permit item
Chairs within 6' of pool.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. Operator moved chairs and corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room and on floor. Pool built '94. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Labels starting to fade on piping.
.2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Women's restroom observed with soiled toilet.
.2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Feb 9, 2021 24 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate Suspension for emergency phone. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 to lift suspension. Pool MUST REMAIN CLOSED until suspension is lifted by Health Dept.
"E" Immediate Suspension status
No signature due to COVID
Inspection with Ryan Peters
Report to ryan.peters@cortland.co; Caitlin.tuttle@cortland.com
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer observed with debris at time of inspection.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction.
*permit item
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder slightly loose by 4 1/2 FT depth marker. Keep tight and in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Fencing by 5' with horizontals from brick and fencing less than 45" in height. Pool built '96.
.2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck being repaired at time of inspection. Observed small area of decking by 4 1/2 FT depth marker with offset greater than 1/2".
.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.
.2537(2) Decks shall be kept in good repair.
*permit item
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone not operable at time of inspection.
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
Immediate Suspension item. Pool must REMAIN CLOSED until suspension is lifted by Health Dept. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance to lift suspension.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room and on floor. Pool built '94. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps. Pump room unlocked at time of inspection. Water on floor in pump room.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump
.2533(a) The equipment room door shall have a permanent lock and be kept locked when not in use by the pool operator.
.2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
#28 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: bathhouse or rest rooms accessible; shower sign posted −2
Shower off due to cold weather at time of inspection.
.2526(h) Shower(s) shall be provided.
Sep 14, 2020 24 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: ITS for doors onto pool deck self-closing, self-latching or audible alarm.
Changed to "W" Intent to Suspend status
No signature due to COVID-19.
Ryan Peters and Tammy Simmons onsite during inspection.
Report to: tammy.simmons@cortland.com; 'Ryan Peters'
Motors are not same horsepower, but appear to be same pump. 2 Pentair Challenger CHII-NI-1 1/2 FE listed on PDSC. Only one pump with tag, which matches. One motor 2 HP one 1.5 HP. Need more information then will reach out with further guidance on compliance.
#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 observed with debris and frogs. Two weirs stuck, out of place, at time of inspection.
.2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator fixed weirs and emptied baskets. Corrected.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder by 5' loose. Tighten.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Back door from fitness room not latching or alarmed at time of inspection.
.2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm.
*30 Day Intent to Suspend (ITS) item. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 when in compliance to lift ITS.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Kings III emergency phone not transferring location information when routed to local 911. Comes up "error, not available" on local 911 side when transferred. Kings III has information for phone including correct address.
.2530(f) Emergency notification systems must provide 24 hr. monitoring, be capable of routing calls to 911, and be able to electronically transfer Automatic Number and Locator Identification for the phone.
**Allowed one week to address issue since in case of emergency believe help could be retrieved, but rule not in full compliance. Contact Marie Day at 704-507-6806 when in compliance, failure to address will warrant permit action.**
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built '94. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps. Pump room unlocked at time of inspection. .2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004
shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool
operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump
.2533(a) The equipment room door shall have a permanent lock and be kept locked when not in use by the pool operator.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Labels starting to fade on piping.
.2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels.
#28 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: bathhouse or rest rooms accessible; shower sign posted −2
Shower turned off at time of inspection due to COVID-19.
.2526(h) Shower(s) shall be provided.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed no soap in men's restroom.
.2526(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink.
May 12, 2020 16 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
7)Small tile chipped off side of pool. Severity does not warrant permit action. Advised repairing tiling before larger offset occurs. Keep pool walls smooth and in good repair. Posted 2021 annual sticker permit.
Changed to "A" Open for Business, valid permit, with condition of staying closed to public by Executive Order-120, or other Orders,
outlined in permit.
No Night Swimming.
Maintain No Glass in TV Room.
Operator unable to sign due to COVID-19 protocol and safety precautions to not share equipment.
Inspection completed with: Ryan Peters
Report sent: Ryan Peters
Pump observed: CHII-NI-1 ½ FE, not CHII-NI-1 ½ F. Operator updating PDSC, no suction hazard
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
Chlorine 0.5 ppm at time of inspection.
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. Operator corrected to 1.0 ppm through chlorinator.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder by 5' missing rubber stop.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. Operator provided piece and will install.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Chairs within 6' of pool.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. Operator moved chairs and corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Pool built '94. Items within 3' of pipes and pumps.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534.
.2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Labels starting to fade on piping.
Sep 18, 2019 56 demerits · 14 violations
Inspector comments: 13 - General Comment - Contrasting color band on middle step >1" from step edge but located directly behind step handrail. If steps ever replastered, repair color band for uniform 1" or less from step edge.
Immediate Suspension issued for VGB paperwork, emergency phone, and ring buoy.
Verified onsite.
(2) P12xxx drain covers
(4) 6HPHAxxx EQ line covers
All piping 3" in pump room
(1) Pentair Challenger CHII-NI-1.5FE pump and (1) Challenger with 2 hp motor
(2) TR100 filters rated for 74 gpm
(8) wall returns
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Main drain checks missing from few days. Record daily.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
PDSC form indicates (2) 12MFxxx drain covers. P12xxx drain covers installed. PDSC form indicates incorrect pumps. (1) Pentair Challenger CHII-NI-1.5FE pump and (1) Challenger pump with 2 hp motor. Submit updated PDSC form. 2 hp pump does not work with current equipment in the pump room. Provide true flow of pump per rule requirements if not providing impeller certification. Immediate Suspension issued until paperwork submitted and approved.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Some damage to pool tile on walls. Keep walls in good repair.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
3 of 4 skimmers with weirs upside down or out of place. Corrected during inspection.
Water level at 10" below coping. Operating level of a pool should not be more than 9" below deck level so deck can be used as a handhold. .2518 3(d).
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
One ladder with ladder rung 6.5" to pool wall. Maintain 3" to 6" from ladder rung to wall.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Ring buoy with bore holes and in need of replacement. Replace with USCG approved ring buoy. Immediate Suspension issued.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Main entry gate swings into swimming pool. Gate shall swing away from the swimming pool. Gate latch less than 54" measured from ground. If utilizing gate outside, repair gate to meet code requirements. Main building doors leading to pool deck area - one door not self-closing, self-latching. Door shall self-close. If utilizing building as barrier, door shall self-close, self-latch or self-close with audible alarm.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Pots located 5 ft. from pool edge. Maintain 6 ft. clearance around pool.
Deck drain popping up near gate entry. Repair deck drain.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone not operable. No dial tone and could not verify. Immediate Suspension issued.
.2530(f) Pool telephone shall be capable of directly dialing 911 or another emergency notification system.
.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
Chlorinator on same power source as pumps. Operator must be able to demonstrate that automated chlorination system detects flow and turns off when no flow.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter leaking and does not appear to be installed per manufacturer specifications. Repair leak. Install flow meter per manufacturer instructions.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Pump room floor wet due to leak from flow meter. Keep floor dry.
Pump room left unlocked when not in use. Keep locked when not in use.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Check valve not approved for fill water. Required ASSE 1013. Installed ASSE1015. If ever replaced, replace with approved check valve for fill line.
#33 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: hose bibbs and floor drains provided −2
No hose bib in pump room. Provide hose bib or one accessible/operable within 50 ft. of pump room.
Feb 27, 2019 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate Suspension (IS) for emergency phone.
Chlorinator not verified at time of inspection.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records missing chemical maintenance and displays exact same readings daily for months. Ensure accurate records are being kept.
**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
Observed skimmer basket with debris and leaves.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction.
**Intent to Suspend item
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder loose. Keep tightened and in good repair.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some chairs and furniture with 6' of pool.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times.
**Intent to Suspend item
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone routes to 911, but posted phone number does not connect to phone and phone number displayed from local 911 is inoperable and different than posted number (704-523-2378). .2530(f) Emergency notification systems must provide 24 hr. monitoring, be capable of routing calls to 911, and be able to electronically transfer Automatic Number and Locator Identification for the phone. .2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone.
**Immediate Suspension item. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room and liquid chemicals stored over dry chemicals. .2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534. .2534(5) Chemicals shall be stored as to prevent a reaction and permit for easy clean-up. Storage around piping .2533(c) Valves and controls shall be accessible to the pool operator at all times. Maintain 3 ft. clear walking space in pump room. Light out in pump room.
.2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
Pool built 96
Aug 23, 2018 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Immediate Suspension for rope length.
Note: 17) Deck openings starting to crack and larger than 1/2". Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Repair offsets greater than 1/2" for 2019 permit. Contact Health Dept 980-314-1620 for in-field plan review or quetions regarding decking. Decking was majority in complinace at time of visit.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Log book missing some daily records, weekly CA and TA. Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfecant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. Operator tested and added TA for weekly reading. Corrected.
(ITS item)
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder loose and missing rubber cap. Keep tight and in good repair.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Buoy rope in disrepair and tied to hold together, 33' length. Permit had 36' rope, per small flat edge of pool. Pool is not rectangular and width is approx 46'. Correct rope length should be 50' and in good repair. Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less. Posted signage for pool closed.
*Immediate Suspension item. Contact Marie Daley at 704-507-6806 to lift suspension when corrected.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Address read "CT" when connected to local 911 emergency operator displayed "LN" (matches Polaris). Kings III displays "CT". Emergency notification systems must provide 24 hr monitoring, be capable of routing calls to 911, and be able to electronically transfer Automatic Number and Locator Indentification for the phone. Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. Operator made new emergency phone sign w/ "LN". Corrected.
**Note: Signage inconsistency may be due to Kings III service and routing to local 911, recommended updating for both locations to be correct.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemicals stored in pump room. Store chemicals separately. Storage around piping. Maintain 3' clear walking space around equipment. Pool built in 96.
May 1, 2018 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Permit issued.
No Night Swimming.
17) Deck openings starting to crack and larger than 1/2". Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. Repair offsets greater than 1/2" for 2019 permit. Contact Health Dept 980-507-6806 for in-field plan review or quetions regarding decking. Decking was majority in complinace at time of visit so permit was still issued.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Some records missing main drains and cyanuric acid. Operator added required columns. Corrected. Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfecant 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
Pool missing weirs. Replace missing weirs. Corrected.
Skimmer baskets with debris. Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator corrected.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder loose. Keep tight and in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Windows in tv room opened greater than 4". Ground level windows shall not open greater than 4" on to pool deck or child protected by audible alarm. Operator corrected.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Emergency phone directions above dial entry for access to clubhouse, not clear for actual emergency phone. Address read "ln" not "ct". Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone.
Operator made new emergency phone sign. Corrected
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
No forced or cross ventilation. Dry chemicals on floor. Pool built in 96.
Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room. Provide storage for pool chemicals in waterproof containers or store up off the floor. Store chemicals separately.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CORTLAND SEVENTY SEVEN” or State ID 2060530446). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.