8demerits
DRAKE, THE
9905 UNIVERSITY CITY BV, Charlotte, NC 28262
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530752
Latest result8 demerits
Last inspectedJul 30, 2026
Inspections on record6
On record sinceMay 10, 2024
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
May 10, 2024Lower is betterJul 30, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jul 30, 2026 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Don Benn present.
Intent to suspend permit issued for underwater light not securely affixed to wall. Correct within 30 days or permit may be suspended. Contact Eli Freese at 704.621.2298 with questions.
Note- 2 screws appeared rust colored on 1 of the main drains. The main drain itself is in good repair and an additional 2 screws in this drain did not appear rusted. Recommend replacing screws.
Permit restrictions:
1. Pressure gauges must remain in place. Pressure readings shall be kept so that calculated head loss and corresponding pump curve flow is from 73GPM to 120 GPM to meet turnover and flow restriction of the number of returns (calculated TDH of pressure and vacuum combined shall be in range of 75’ to 95’ at 3450 RPM speed setting). Flow meter does not accurately read.
2. Sump pump must remain operable in backwash pit.
#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 one underwater light not securely affixed to wall niche. Repair so that light is flush with wall and in good repair. Intent to suspend the permit issued.
#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 one gate not self closing. CDI- repaired.
Mar 5, 2026 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Pool is not approved for night swimming. Post a sign that indicates that the pool cannot be open for swimming after sunset or before sunrise.
Keep furniture and items far enough away from the exterior of the fence that they do not provide a foothold for climbing the fence.
Main Drains expire in 2032
Permit Restrictions: 1) Pressure gauges must remain in place. Pressure readings shall be kept so that calculated head loss and corresponding pump curve flow is from 73 gpm to 120 gpm to meet turnover and flow restriction of the number of returns (Calculated TDH of pressure and vacuum combined shall be in range of 75' to 95' at 3450 RPM speed setting). Flow meter does not accurately read. 2) Sump pump must remain operable in backwash pit.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
.2530(c) Provide "Warning - No Lifeguard on Duty" in 4" lettering.
.2530(c) Provide "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision." in 1" lettering.
.2530(c) Provide "Adults should not swim alone." in 1" lettering.
Observed the correct signs with the correct letter height for all letters not posted. 30 day Intent to Suspend issued. Deadline is 4/5/2026. Failure to correct the issue prior to the deadline may result in the closure of the pool.
Oct 22, 2025 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Work being done on perimeter of pool area during the inspection. Gates were propped open and deck chairs moved to pool edge in areas.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmers full of debris. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Skimmers cleaned by CPO. During the inspection.
#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. One gate was not self closing. Gate was fixed during the inspection.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. Observed deck chairs closer than 6 ft from edge of pool. Work being done at perimeter of pool during inspection where deck chairs are usually located.
Mar 25, 2025 28 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with maintenance staff. Inspection signed by Nadia Castro.
(22psi x 2.31) + (3.1Hg x 1.13) = 54.3 TDH = 58 GPM on pump curve @ 2750 RPM.
Immediate suspension issued
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Contact Will Harrison (704) 507-6824 for re-inspection once issues are corrected.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No recent records. Not checking main drains, total alkalinity or cyanuric acid. .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. - Intent to suspend item.
New maintenance staff. No CPO records on file. .2537(c) Pool owner shall provide for the operation and maintenance of the pool by a trained pool operator. - Intent to suspend item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool floor dirty. Debris floating on water surface. .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
Skimmers full of debris. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Intent to suspend item.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Incorrect phone number posted at 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.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Pool permit condition that pump must be set to achieve flow of 73 (minimum turnover) to 120 GPM (return restriction). Observed pump turned down to 2750 RPM, 58 GPM. .2518(b) Circulation system system shall clarify and disinfect the entire volume of swimming pool water four times in 24 hours. - Immediate suspension item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemical storage room heavily cluttered. .2534(5) Chemicals shall be stored as to prevent a reaction and permit for easy clean-up.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Some piping not labeled. .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
Restrooms locked. .2526(a) Provide at least one sink and toilet for residents and guests if furthest unit is more than 300 feet from the pool at hotels, motels, condominiums and apartments. - Intent to suspend item.
Aug 6, 2024 40 demerits · 11 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Zachary Asbury.
Pool pump motor changed since pool was built 7-14-2022. Not able to locate electrical permit. - Requires an electrical permit and passing inspection from Code Enforcement prior to 2025 operating permit being issued.
Ensure that windows that open onto the pool deck are not capable of opening > 4 inches.
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
0.1 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 recent records. No main drain checks for most of July. Not checking total alkalinity or cyanuric acid. No weekend checks. .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. - Intent to suspend item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Pool floor dirty. .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
Missing one of three weirs. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
Skimmer baskets with leaves and debris. .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 missing endcaps. Ladder crooked. .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
Body hook not provided. .2530(a) Provide at least 12 ft. long non-collapsible pole with body hook securely attached. - Immediate suspension item.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some tables and chairs too close to pool edge. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. - Intent to suspend item.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Chlorinator has been removed and bypassed. .2535(6) Provide NSF approved automatic chlorinator installed per manufacturer instructions. - Intent to suspend item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Chemical storage room heavily cluttered along with non-chemical items. .2534(5) Chemicals shall be stored as to prevent a reaction and permit for easy clean-up.
Observed bag of dry chemical on the floor. .2534(4) Provide storage for pool chemicals in waterproof containers or store up off the floor.
Inadequate ventilation in pump room. Inlet vent closed. .2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Some piping not labeled. .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
Restrooms locked. Facility does not have a key to open restrooms. .2526(a) Provide at least one sink and toilet for residents and guests if furthest unit is more than 300 feet from the pool at hotels, motels, condominiums and apartments. - Intent to suspend item.
May 10, 2024 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: ***INSPECTION CONDUCTED BY JESS PHILLIPS #3226 ON 5/7/24 UNDER ID # 501571. APPLICATION AND PAYMENT RECEIVED 5/7/24 AND WAS INSPECTED BEFORE BEING ADVISED OF CHANGE TO ANNUAL PERMIT***
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH at 8.0, tested twice. PIC fixed pH and tested at 7.0
#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 8 deck chairs closer than 6 ft from edge of pool. PIC moved all furniture.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
.2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels. Observed no labels on piping for direction of flow in pump room.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “DRAKE, THE” or State ID 2060530752). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.