8demerits
HICKORY WOODS APARTMENTS
5625 KEYWAY BOULEVARD, Charlotte, NC 28215
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530707
Latest result8 demerits
Last inspectedSep 28, 2026
Inspections on record7
On record sinceMay 31, 2023
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 31, 2023Lower is betterSep 28, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 28, 2026 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Julio Madrigal Martinez.
Permit suspended due to no automatic chlorine feeder being used at time of inspection. Once automatic chlorine feeder is re-connected, contact Eli Freese at 704.621.2298 to verify and reopen pool. Maintain pool closed signs posted.
Permit restrictions - Flow required as close to 98 GPM as possible due to filter flow restriction. Turnover not met at 109 GPM due to system restrictions. Flow greater than 119 GPM exceeds the main drains and is a suction hazard.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the outdoor pool at all times. Observed 2 pool chairs located within 6 feet of pool. CDI- furniture relocated.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
.2535(6) Provide NSF approved automatic chlorinator installed per manufacturer instructions. Observed automatic tablet chlorine feeder disconnected from pool filtration system. CPO Julio indicated he is using granular chlorine to maintain the chlorine levels in the water daily. Permit suspended. Provide an automatic chlorine feeder connected to filtration system.
Mar 31, 2026 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: POOL IS NOT APPROVED FOR NIGHT SWIMMING.
PERMIT RESTRICTIONS:
FLOW METER MUST REMAIN OPERABLE.
FLOW SHALL BE AS CLOSE TO 98 GPM DUE TO FILTER FLOW RESTRICTION.
TURNOVER NOT MET AT 109 GPM DUE TO SYSTEM RESTRICTIONS.
MAIN DRAIN COVERS AND EQUALIZER LINE COVERS EXPIRE 3/1/2028
#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) Install skimmer per manufacturer specifications and eliminate equalizer line plugs or plug per State requirements. Observed the skimmer equalizer lines to all have plugs in the line opening inside the skimmers. The equalizer lines all still have valid equalizer line covers and appear to be functional. The plugs must be removed, or the lines must be cleared of water and also sealed at the openings inside the pool. A new PDSC form reflecting this change would then have to be submitted and approved by the Health Department. I.T.S. Issued Deadline is 4/30/2026. Failure to resolve the issue by the deadline may result in the closure of the pool.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed sections of fencing at the units with patios that are next to the pool deck to have barriers that are not to current specifications. Observed other areas of the fence not to current specifications. The barrier is pre 2010. 100 ft. Out of 312 ft. Was previously replaced with new fence. No Permit Action taken.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap. Observed no air gap at the back flow line.
Nov 5, 2025 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: INSPECTION WITH HUNTER DELAO PRESENT.
PERMIT RESTRICTIONS:
FLOW METER MUST REMAIN OPERABLE.
FLOW SHALL BE AS CLOSE TO 98 GPM DUE TO FILTER FLOW RESTRICTION.
TURNOVER NOT MET AT 109 GPM DUE TO SYSTEM RESTRICTIONS.
MAIN DRAIN COVERS AND EQUALIZER LINE COVERS EXPIRE 3/1/2028
POOL CLOSED BY ORDER OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. POOL CANNOT REOPEN WITHOUT VERIFICATION OF
CORRECTION BY THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. CONTACT C. ELMORE AT 704-507-6814 WHEN THE CORRECTIONS ARE MADE.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH to be 8.0. Suspension issued.
#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) Replace missing or damaged skimmer basket. Observed the skimmer baskets to have damage. Replace the skimmer baskets. No Permit Action taken.
Observed skimmer damaged such that water can get under the skimmer and cause damage. Fix the skimmer.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed sections of fencing at the units with patios that are next to the pool deck to have barriers that are not to current specifications. Observed other areas of the fence not to current specifications. The barrier is pre 2010. 100 ft. Out of 312 ft. Was recently replaced with new fence. No Permit Action taken.
#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 deck furniture items to be too close to the water edge. Items were moved to proper locations. -CDI.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap. Observed no air gap at the back flow line.
Feb 12, 2025 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Observed deck coating peeling up in some places. This should be addressed before it gets worse.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed sections of fencing at the units with patios that are next to the pool deck to have barriers that are not to current specifications. The barrier is pre 2010. 100 ft. Out of 312 ft. Was replaced with new fence. No Permit Action taken.
#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 deck furniture items to be too close to the water edge. Items were moved to proper locations. -CDI.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap. Observed no air gap at the back flow line.
Dec 5, 2024 24 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Observed deck coating peeling up at the stairs. This should be addressed before it gets worse.
Observed the vacuum cap cover to be worn. It is recommended to replace the cover before it gets more worn and easier to open.
POOL IS CLOSED BY ORDER OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. POOL CANNOT REOPEN FOR SWIMMING WITHOUT ON-SITE VERIFICATION OF THE CORRECTION OF THE CLOSURE ITEMS. CONTACT C. ELMORE AT 704-507-6814 WHEN CORRECTIONS ARE MADE.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
.2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. Observed 0.6 PPM in the pool, this is not enough chlorine to operate safely.
Chlorine must be corrected by proper chlorination through the chlorine system. It cannot be corrected simply by putting chlorine into the pool directly.
#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 properly kept. Keep proper records with accurate readings. Observed no records kept after 11/12/2024. Proper records must be kept for every day the pool is open.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed sections of fencing at the units with patios that are next to the pool deck to have barriers that are not to current specifications. The barrier is pre 2010. 100 ft. Out of 312 ft. Was recently replaced with new fence. No Permit Action taken.
#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 deck furniture items to be too close to the water edge. Items were moved to proper locations. -CDI.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
.2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. This pool has a flow requirement of 98 GPM. The flow meter must be functional.
#27 · Equipment room: filter backwash discharged through an air gap −2
.2513(b) Filter backwash shall be discharged through an air gap. Observed no air gap at the back flow line.
Mar 5, 2024 20 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Pool is currently running on a commercial salt chlorination system.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed water to be at 8.1 pH upon arrival. pH was corrected to 7.8. CDI
#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) Replace missing weirs. Observed 2 weirs missing out of 4 total. No Permit Action as 50% of weirs are still in place.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Provide at least 12 ft. long pole with body hook securely attached.
.2530(a) Provide ring buoy for rope 1.5 times the width of the pool or 50 ft whichever is less.
Observed 38 ft. Throw rope when 45 ft. Is required for this pool. -CDI corrected to proper length.
Observed no bolts in body hook to secure it. CDI Bolt with nut was added.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed sections of fencing at the units with patios that are next to the pool deck to have barriers that are not to current specifications. The barrier is pre 2010. 100 ft. Out of 312 ft. Was recently replaced with new fence. No Permit Action taken.
May 31, 2023 0 demerits · 0 violations
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “HICKORY WOODS APARTMENTS” or State ID 2060530707). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.