6demerits
HIGHLANDS AT ALEXANDER POINTE
310 HIGHROAD DR, Charlotte, NC 28262
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530598
Latest result6 demerits
Last inspectedJul 16, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceMay 5, 2021
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 5, 2021Lower is betterJul 16, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 16, 2026 6 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: POOL HAS PASSED INSPECTION AND BEEN ISSUED PERMIT DECAL. POOL RETURNED TO “A” POST PERMIT DECAL AT THE POOL. THE PAPER PERMIT SHOULD BE AVAILABLE WITHIN 1-3 BUSINESS DAYS ON THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT POOL WEBSITE.
POSSIBLE RENOVATION OF CLUBHOUSE - NOT REVIEWED BY PLAN REVIEW - 2022. REQUIRES FIELD REVIEW PRIOR TO PERMIT ISSUANCE 2022. NEW ROLL-UP/ACCORDION DOORS TO CLUBHOUSE
POOL IS NOT APPROVED FOR NIGHT SWIMMING.
MAIN DRAIN AND EQUALIZER LINE COVERS EXPIRE 6/9/2031
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
No free chlorine in the pool. .2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. - Immediate suspension item. Chlorine must be introduced into the pool through the feeder system for normal operation. Do not manually feed disinfectant into the pool for operation when the pool is open. Chlorine was corrected to 2.0 ppm.
Jul 31, 2025 32 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Pre-permit inspection conducted with CPO Joshua Glisson.
Verified items from inspection on 5-21-2025 and conducted pre-permit inspection.
Metal mesh added to gate. Will need to relocate metal sign beside gate so that bathers can reach through the fence to access the latch release mechanism and open the gate to exit the pool area.
Older style automatic chemical controller appears to be working, but free chlorine only 0.2ppm and pH 7.0, pH set at 7.7. Recommend having service company check the automatic controller.
Pre-permit inspection did not pass
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There is a $100 re-inspection fee that will need to be paid prior to scheduling a re-inspection by calling our office (980) 314-1620 and paying with a credit card.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
0.2 ppm free chlorine. .2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. - Pre-permit item.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
PH 7.0. .2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. - Pre-permit item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Algae growing on pool walls. Debris on pool floor. .2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. - Pre-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
No, or very low flow in two skimmers. .2518(k) The flow-through rate through any one skimmer shall be between 20 GPM and the maximum flow rated under NSF 50. - Pre-permit item.
One skimmer basket cracked. .2518(k) Replace missing or damaged skimmer basket. - Pre-permit item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladder extends > 6” into pool. .2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Offsets > 1/2 inches where skimmer lids meet pavers. .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. - Pre-permit item.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Pool safety signage not visible upon entry to the pool. .2530(c) All pool signage shall be visible upon entrance to the pool and permanently affixed. - Pre-permit item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light burned out in chemical storage room. .2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
Standing water in pump room. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
Fan not working in chemical storage room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
May 21, 2025 48 demerits · 12 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Kelson Hemphill.
*Note* CPO’s signature didn’t save.
Very little flow in skimmers or coming out of returns. Ensure pool equipment is operating correctly to achieve minimum turnover. This has been a recurring issue.
Looks like black algae growing on pool walls and pool floor. Maintain pool free of algae. This has been a recurring issue.
Pool closed for items marked immediate suspension item. All items marked intent to suspend must be corrected before current permit expires on 5/31/2025 or pool permit will be suspended.
Immediate suspension issued
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Contact Will Harrison (704) 507-6824 to schedule re-inspection once issues have been corrected.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
No free chlorine in the pool. .2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. - Immediate suspension item.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No recent records. .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. - 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 floor and walls. Debris on pool floor. .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
One skimmer missing a weir. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
All skimmers with no or little flow. Skimmers on in the pump room. .2518(k) The flow-through rate through any one skimmer shall be between 20 GPM and the maximum flow rated under NSF 50. - Intent to suspend item.
Most skimmer baskets with debris. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Intent to suspend issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both handrails missing an escutcheon plate. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
Ladder extends > 6” into pool. .2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall.
One ladder loose, missing top step. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions. - This was noted on last year’s inspection as well.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Throw rope not attached to ring buoy. .2530(a) Provide 50 foot throw rope at least 1/4 inch in diameter for US Coast Guard approved ring buoy. - Corrected.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Diagonal piece of aluminum added to gate. .2528(b) Horizontals shall not be located less than 45" in height or install metal mesh on outside of gate to eliminate foothold. - Intent to suspend item.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
No dialing instructions posted for emergency 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.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Chlorine knob turned up on automatic feeder, not feeding any chlorine. .2535(6) 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
Flow meter not functioning. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. - Intent to suspend item.
Spare pump basket not observed. .2518(e) Provide a spare basket for pump. - Intent to suspend item.
One filter pressure gauge not functioning. .2519(k) Provide operational pressure gauge on filter. - Intent to suspend item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light burned out in chemical storage room. .2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
Pump room very dimly lit. .2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
Standing water in pump room. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
Fan not working in chemical storage room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Fan not working in pump room. .2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
Lots of general storage items stored by or on 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.
#30 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: approved water source, no cross connections −2
Fill spout directly on pool deck. .2512(c) Over the rim fill spouts shall be at least two pipe diameters above the deck or pool overflow level.
Jul 3, 2024 38 demerits · 10 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Joshua Glisson.
Accordion door on clubhouse installed without plan approvals. Door is to remain locked, and inaccessible to the public until plans are submitted to Code Enforcement, and is inspected to ensure it meets Code Enforcement and Environmental Health requirements.
Pump set at 2350 RPM. Far skimmers not functioning. Ensure pump speed is sufficient to achieve minimum turnover and so that far skimmers operate properly. - This was an issue on the last inspection as well.
New Hayward skimmer installed to replace leaking Hayward skimmer.
Pre-permit inspection did not pass.
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A $100 re-inspection fee will need to be paid by calling our office (980) 314-1620 and paying with a credit card prior to scheduling a re-inspection.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records not yet being kept. .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. - Pre-permit item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Powdered chemical on pool floor. .2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. - Pre-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
Far skimmers with no flow. .2518(k) The flow-through rate through any one skimmer shall be between 20 GPM and the maximum flow rated under NSF 50. - Pre-permit item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both handrails missing an escutcheon plate. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
Ladder extends > 6” into pool. .2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall.
One ladder loose, missing top step. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Ring buoy not provided. .2530(a) Provide 50 foot throw rope at least 1/4 inch in diameter for US Coast Guard approved ring buoy. - Operator able to get ring buoy, but not throw rope. - Pre-permit item.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gate propped open. .2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching, self-closing unless. - Corrected.
Door to clubhouse propped open. .2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching. - Pre-permit item.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Not able to call back to emergency phone. Tied into office phone system. .2530(f) Emergency phone shall be on a dedicated line and remain operable. - Pre-permit item.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter not functioning. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. - Pre-permit item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light burned out in chemical storage room. .2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
Light burned out in pump room. .2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
Leak at filter. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
No toilet paper in the restrooms. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
Mirrors appear to be new. No documentation on file that they are shatterproof. .2526(k) Provide shatterproof mirrors.
Aug 29, 2023 44 demerits · 11 violations
Inspector comments: CPO not present at the time of inspection.
Recommend recalibrating automatic controller.
Accordion door installed on clubhouse installed without plan approval. Door is to remain locked, and inaccessible to the public until plans are submitted to Code Enforcement, and is inspected to ensure it meets Code Enforcement and Environmental Health requirements.
Some offsets around the skimmers. Maintain deck with no gaps or offsets > 1/2 inch.
Outer rope on ring buoy worn. Recommend replacing with new US Coast Guard approved ring buoy.
Pump not set at max speed. Ensure pump speed is sufficient to achieve minimum turnover.
Immediate suspension issued
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Contact Will Harrison (704-507-6824) for re-inspection once issues have been corrected.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
0.5 ppm free chlorine. .2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. - Immediate suspension item.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No records since June. .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. - 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. Some debris on pool bottom by main drains. .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
One skimmer missing a weir. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
Two skimmers with no flow. One appears to be full of powdered cyanuric acid, other skimmer plugged. .2518(k) The flow-through rate through any one skimmer shall be between 20 GPM and the maximum flow rated under NSF 50. - Intent to suspend item.
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 issued.
Skimmer basket cracked. .2518(k) Replace missing or damaged skimmer basket. - Intent to suspend item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both handrails missing an escutcheon plate. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
Ladder extends > 6” into pool. .2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall.
One ladder loose, missing top step. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
One eyeball fitting missing. .2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Throw rope 42 feet long. .2530(a) Provide 50 foot throw rope at least 1/4 inch in diameter for US Coast Guard approved ring buoy. - Immediate suspension item.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gate does not latch. .2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching, self-closing. - Intent to suspend item.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
No dialing instructions posted for emergency 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.
Emergency phone does not ring when trying to call back to the phone. .2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable. - Immediate suspension item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light burned out in chemical storage room. .2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
Light burned out in pump room. .2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
No toilet paper in the restrooms. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
No soap in the restrooms. .2526(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink.
Toilet seat removed from toilet in women’s restroom. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Mar 15, 2023 22 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with office staff.
Outer rope on ring buoy starting to fray. Recommend replacing with new US Coast Guard approved ring buoy before next pool season.
Some offsets on pool deck, mainly around skimmers. Maintain with < 1/2” offset.
Some wall tiles cracked. Maintain in good condition, recommend replacing.
Flow meter heavily worn. Recommend replacing with new flow meter capable of reading to within +/- 10% of true flow.
*NOTE* FACILITY PLANS TO INSTALL ROLL-UP/ACCORDION DOOR LEADING FROM CLUBHOUSE TO THE POOL DECK. WILL NEED TO GO THROUGH PLAN REVIEW PRIOR TO INSTALLING THE DOOR TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE MET.
Intent to suspend issued
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#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One skimmer missing a weir. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both handrails missing an escutcheon plate. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
Ladder extends > 6” into pool. .2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
One eyeball fitting missing. .2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
New magnetic latch < 45” from the bottom horizontal on the fence. .2528(b) Horizontals shall not be located less than 45" in height. - Intent to suspend item.
Gate not self-latching and not able to verify electronic latch has a battery backup. .2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching, self-closing. Electronic gates shall have a battery backup installed. - Intent to suspend item.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter stuck. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. - Intent to suspend item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Fan not working in chemical storage room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Lights not working in chemical storage room. .2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
Fan not working in pump room. .2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
Pump room floor wet. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
Some lights burned out in pump room. .2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
No toilet paper in men’s restroom. Toilet paper not on a dispenser in women’s restroom. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
Faucet loose in men’s restroom, toilet tank lid missing. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Oct 4, 2022 18 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Pre-permit inspection conducted with Sav Douglass.
Pre-permit items from previous inspection conducted prior to, or during today’s pool inspection.
Mirrors removed from restrooms. Prior to installing new mirrors, will need to provide documentation to this department that mirrors are shatterproof or have properly installed safety backing.
Like for like change of pool pump. Electrical permit E4280218 passed inspection 9-15-2022.
Outer rope on ring buoy starting to fray. Recommend replacing with new US Coast Guard approved ring buoy before next pool season.
Some offsets on pool deck, mainly around skimmers. Maintain with < 1/2” offset.
Some wall tiles cracked. Maintain in good condition, recommend replacing.
Flow meter heavily worn. Recommend replacing with new flow meter capable of reading to within +/- 10% of true flow.
*NOTE* FACILITY PLANS TO INSTALL ROLL-UP/ACCORDION DOOR LEADING FROM CLUBHOUSE TO THE POOL DECK. WILL NEED TO GO THROUGH PLAN REVIEW PRIOR TO INSTALLING THE DOOR TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE MET.
Additional pool log sheets and a copy of the pool permit is available at our website, Meckpools.Charmeck.org.
Permit issued
No night swimming
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No records for today. No main drain 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. - Corrected. Operator filled out records for today.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One skimmer missing a weir. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both handrails missing an escutcheon plate. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
Ladder extends > 6” into pool. .2521(b) Distance between wall and ladder rung shall range 3" to 6" measured from wall.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Incorrect address for emergency phone posted. No dialing instructions posted. .2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. - Corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Fan not working in chemical storage room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Florescent light not functioning properly in chemical storage room. .2534(6) Provide sufficient lighting in chemical storage room.
Fan not working in pump room. .2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
Pump room floor wet. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
Oct 12, 2021 26 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Micholas Cox. Due to COVID-19 precautions, inspection was not signed by the operator.
New management company. Fill out attached pool application so we can update our records.
Some offsets between pavers and skimmer lids. Ensure that it doesn't worsen and become a trip hazard.
Some wall tiles and one tile on the deck are cracked. Recommend replacing.
Pop-up cover on one of the skimmers stuck. Repair or replace worn out pop-up covers.
Updated pool log sheets that have a place for main drain checks are on our website, MeckPools.Charmeck.org.
Immediate suspension issued.
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Contact Will Harrison (704-507-6824) for re-inspection when issues have been corrected.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records spotty. No recent Total Alkalinity, Cyanuric Acid, or Main Drain 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. - Intent to suspend item.
New CPO for the pool, provide updated CPO information to our department. .2537(c) Pool owner shall provide for the operation and maintenance of the pool by a trained pool operator. - 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
One skimmer missing a weir. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs. - Intent to suspend item.
One skimmer with plugged return line. .2518(k) Surface skimmers shall be installed per manufacturer's instructions. - Intent to suspend item.
Water level below some of the skimmers. .2518(k) Water level shall be maintained to assure skimmers are operable. - Intent to suspend item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both handrails missing an escutcheon plate. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Throw rope 48 feet long. .2530(a) Provide 50 foot throw rope at least 1/4 inch in diameter for US Coast Guard approved ring buoy. - Immediate suspension item.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some deck chairs too close to the pool. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. - Corrected.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter stuck. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. - Intent to suspend item.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Urinal in men's room does not fully flush. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
No toilet paper in men's restroom, toilet paper not on a holder in women's restroom. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper on toilet paper dispensers in restrooms.
May 27, 2021 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Buddy Hunter. Due to COVID-19 precautions, inspection was not signed by the operator.
Buddy Hunter is now the CPO for this pool. Updated CDP.
Some offsets between pavers and skimmer lids. Ensure that it doesn't worsen and become a trip hazard.
Wall tiles very dirty, difficult to read some of the depth markers. Clean tiles regularly.
Pre-permit items from previous inspection have now been addressed.
Permit issued with the following conditions:
No Night Swimming
Paper permit will be on our website, Meckpools.Charmeck.org in 3-5 business days to print for your records.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
0.7ppm free chlorine. .2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. - Operator corrected to 1.5 ppm by the end of the inspection.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both handrails missing an escutcheon plate. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
May 5, 2021 36 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Matt Love. Due to COVID-19 precautions, inspection was not signed by the operator.
Operator's test strips reading significantly lower pH than my DPD test kit. Recommend using a DPD test kit for chlorine and pH.
Recommend having automatic chemical feeder recalibrated.
Some offsets between pavers and skimmer lids. Ensure that it doesn't worsen and become a trip hazard.
Wall tiles very dirty, difficult to read some of the depth markers. Clean tiles regularly.
Updated pool log sheets are available on our website, Meckpools.Charmeck.org.
Pre-permit inspection did not pass
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There is a $100 reinspection fee that will need to be paid prior to scheduling a re-inspection. This can be done by calling our office (980-314-1620) and paying with a credit card.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
pH 8.2. .2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. - Pre-permit item.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
Equalizer line cover with cracked riser ring. .2539(b) All suction outlets shall be protected by anti-entrapment cover/grates in compliance with APSP-7. - Permit item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both handrails missing an escutcheon plate. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
Ladder missing non-slip tread. .2521(b) Ladders shall have slip-resistant tread.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Ring buoy heavily worn. .2530(a) Provide USCG approved ring buoy. - Pre-permit item.
Throw rope frayed. .2530(a) Provide 50 foot throw rope at least 1/4 inch in diameter for ring buoy. - Pre-permit item.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some deck chairs too close to the pool. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. - Corrected.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Safety signage not in exact wording. .2530(c) Provide "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision." in 1" lettering. - Pre-permit item.
#21 · Premises: pool and deck lighting provided at pools that operate at night −4
Large gap between underwater light and light niche. .2537(9) Underwater light niches shall be maintained or covered so not to present a hazard. - Pre-permit item.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter stuck. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. - Pre-permit item.
Spare pump basket not observed. .2518(e) Provide a spare basket for pump.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “HIGHLANDS AT ALEXANDER POINTE” or State ID 2060530598). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.