22demerits
SELWYN FLATS - LOWER
100 MATADOR LANE, Charlotte, NC 28209
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530532
Latest result22 demerits
Last inspectedOct 23, 2024
Inspections on record9
On record sinceJul 5, 2019
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jul 5, 2019Lower is betterOct 23, 2024
Inspections & violations
Oct 23, 2024 22 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Giar Robinson present.
Permit suspended for low pH. Maintain pH between 7.2 and 7.8. Once corrected, contact Eli Freese at 704.621.2298.
Intent to suspend items-
1. Missing depth marker near stairs on interior pool wall.
2. Inadequate record keeping.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pool pH at 6.8. Permit suspended.
#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 no record for month of October, 2024.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed plaster chipping on bottom of pool near main drains. Repair.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
.2523(b) Provide depth markers spaced not to exceed 25 feet when measured along the perimeter of the pool. Observed 1 missing depth marker on interior pool wall near stairs.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair. Observed 2 return line fittings missing and an overflow grate missing.
Jun 5, 2024 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Estavon Pryor and Keba Samuel present.
Note: drain covers currently installed expiring and must be replaced no later than 6/21/2024. A new PDSC (pool drain suction compliance form) is required to be submitted to the health department for review and approval. If the above items are not completed prior to 6/21/24, the pool permit may be suspended.
Observed one underwater pool light slightly ajar from its niche. Correct by 6/21/2024.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair. Observed missing overflow grate at pool water surface and 2 missing water returns on pool wall. Replace.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. Observed gate near apartment 106 not self-closing. CDI- repaired.
#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 pool lounge chairs within 6 feet of pool edge. CDI- furniture relocated.
Nov 8, 2023 32 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Pool CPO is Mike Young. CPO# is NC18221558. Pool inspection conducted with Brandon Lowe present.
Pool permit suspended due to low pH at 6.8. Maintain between 7.2 and 7.8. Once corrected, contact Eli Freese at 704.621.2298 to verify and reopen pool. Pool to remain closed until reopened by the health department. Ensure pool closed signs remain posted at all times.
Other non-compliant items listed on this report are 30 day intent to suspend items (listed below). Correct these items or a 30 day intent to suspend the permit may be issued.
1. No record keeping.
2. Gate not self-latching.
3. Debris on pool floor.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH at 6.8. Permit suspended.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. No records being kept.
#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. Observed accumulation of leaves and debris on pool floor.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
No suction from 3 out of 3 skimmers. Correct.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
.2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair. Observed 2 missing return covers.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. Observed gate at back of pool not self-latching.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Observed flow meter non-operational.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(a) The equipment room door shall have a permanent lock and be kept locked when not in use by the pool operator. Observed pump room unlocked.
.2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water. Observed water on pump room floor caused by leak at pump.
Apr 25, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Kyle Hall present.
No violations noted.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
May 21, 2021 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Manny Tejada present. No signature due to COVID-19.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Observed non-functional flow meter.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room. Observed no ventilation in pump room.
May 11, 2021 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Pool failed pre-permit inspection due to issues with pH (8.4 then 6.8 after CPO tried to correct). Inspection failed. Pool placed in 'Q' status. Contact 980.314.1620 to pay $100.00 reinspection fee. Once paid, contact Eli Freese at 704.621.2298 to schedule another inspection. Keep pool closed signs posted until pool passes inspection and the permit is issued.
Inspection completed with Manny Tejada present. No signature due to COVID-19.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH at 8.4. CPO tried to correct pH during inspection and pH changed to 6.8. Pool failed inspection.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Observed non operational flow meter.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room. Observed inadequate ventilation in pump room.
Nov 3, 2020 16 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Antonio Garner on site. No signature due to COVID-19.
Permit suspended due to non-operational emergency phone.
#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 records not being completed daily.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less. Observed rope connected to ring buoy at 45 feet. CDI- rope adjusted to 39 feet.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable. Observed emergency phone non-operational. Permit suspended.
Jun 12, 2020 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Antonio Garner on-site. No signature due to COVID-19.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. Observed flow meter non-operational.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water. Observed water leaking from filter plumbing and pooling on pump room floor. CPO indicated a pool maintenance company would be contacted.
Jul 5, 2019 4 demerits · 2 violations
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Observed no chemical storage room.
.2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Observed mirrors not shatterproof in bathroom.
.2626(k) Provide shatterproof mirrors.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SELWYN FLATS - LOWER” or State ID 2060530532). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.