8demerits
LIFE TIME ATHLETIC - INDOOR SPA
11220 GOLF LINKS DR, Charlotte, NC 28277
Year-Round Spa · NC permit/State ID 2060550184
Latest result8 demerits
Last inspectedMay 14, 2026
Inspections on record19
On record sinceDec 14, 2017
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Dec 14, 2017Lower is betterMay 14, 2026
Inspections & violations
May 14, 2026 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Jake and CPO Chase Pernell.
Spa converted into a cold plunge. Spa jet pump disabled. If re-enabled, ensure jets turn off within 15 minutes of activation.
Plaster wearing thin around the main drains, maintain plaster in good condition. If re-plastering spa and replacing main drains, main drains expire on 12-11-2027. Provide updated PDSC form to our office.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Missing two weirs. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Some handrails loose. .2521 Install handrails per manufacturer instructions.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One faucet in men’s locker room not functioning. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Dec 22, 2025 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Hot spa changed to cold plunge.
Installation of new chiller with heat exchanger. Verified electrical permit.
Note: Hot water signage not required so long as the spa remains below 90 degrees F.
Hot water signage will need to be replaced if used as hot spa.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed plaster damaged.
.2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor in good repair.
Oct 22, 2025 10 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Observed address from 911 incorrect. Address listed at Golf Links Drive N. Golf Links Drive N is a different road 1 block away.
Correct within 7 days or the pool permit will be suspended.
Inspection completed by Chris Sells, call 704 576 8678 to schedule return visit when items are corrected.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Observed pool plaster damaged on pool floor.
Keep pool floor in good repair.
.2514(c) Pool finish shall be white or light colored.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Observed emergency phone number incorrect. Corrected.
Observed emergency phone not audibly ringing back. Corrected
.2530(f) Emergency phone shall remain operable.
.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.
May 9, 2025 18 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Issued permit local sticker. Jets and main drain pull through same drains, may not exceed 220 gpm.
Grout has been repaired behind spa.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Récords kept by guards with incorrect temperature. Records by maintenance missing some main drain checks Temperature at water is right at 104.1 F. Exceeding 104 F is permit suspension, thermometer correct within 1%. Ensure records are accurate. Discussed with CPO and between both log books, information is passable. .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.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
Screws missing from main drains.
.2537(7) Drain covers shall be in good condition and securely attached.
.2539(b) All suction outlets shall be protected by anti-entrapment cover/grates in compliance with APSP-7.
.2539(b) All suction fittings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Operator replaced screws and corrected.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Debris in skimmer basket.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator cleaned and corrected.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
Feeder systems installed are new and have software program on phone which all staff is not currently trained on.
.2535(6) Automatic chlorine and bromine feeder pumps shall be automatically prevented from operating when the circulation pump is not in operation. CPO displayed an “!” When flow was stopped and stated this indicated flow is stopped from feeder. Ensure compliance is met. CPO called regional and discussed. Allowed as acceptable due to knowledge of regional staff, but asked for next inspection to explain on software.
Oct 29, 2024 18 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Intent to Suspend issued for .2518 - replace weir.
One drain cover with plaster where screw should be. Verify screw in place. Eliminate plaster. Will verify during return visit for ITS.
Grout requires repair prior to 2025 operating season.
Phone not clearly audible. Slight ring. Requires repair and will verify on return visit for 30 day.
Chase Pernell present during the inspection.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Damage to plaster/etching in multiple locations. Some areas do not meet 50% light reflectance. Keep spa floor 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
One skimmer missing weir. Replace weir. Intent to Suspend issued.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Handrails loose at steps. Tighten so secure.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Grout missing in some areas around skimmers, deck area. Deck shall be impervious surface. Will require repair prior to 2025 operating permit.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Hot water in women's locker room >120 F. Maintain at 110 F or below.
#32 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: floors smooth, slip-resistant, kept clean −2
Damage to hallway flooring near floor drain leading out into main swimming area. Keep flooring in good repair.
Apr 9, 2024 6 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Chase Pernell present.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
.2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. Observed pH at 7.0. CDI- corrected to 7.4.
Nov 29, 2023 6 demerits · 2 violations
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed 4 out of 4 total weirs missing and debris in baskets. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator replaced 4 of 4 weirs and cleaned baskets. Corrected
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One entry rail loose at center.
.2517(a)1 Diving equipment shall be installed per manufacturer's instructions.
Jan 25, 2023 6 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Flow 106 gpm at flow meter
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Observed 4 out of 4 total weirs missing. One skimmer basket upside down and debris in baskets. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. Operator replaced 3 of 4 weirs and cleaned baskets. Corrected
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One entry rail loose at center.
.2517(a)1 Diving equipment shall be installed per manufacturer's instructions.
Nov 30, 2022 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Chase Pernell present.
Flow of 91 GPM observed.
General comment: Emergency telephones near indoor spa and leisure pool do not audibly ring when dialed. The health department recommends the phone audibly ring when dialed.
The phone nearest the indoor spa is functioning properly but has static when connected. Try and repair/adjust for clearer sound.
#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 4 out of 4 total weirs missing. CDI- 2 weirs installed.
#14 · Pool maintenance: spa timer working properly −4
.2537(b) Spa times shall not exceed 15 minutes without manual resetting. Observed spa timer operating after 16 minutes. CDI- adjusted to run for less than 15 minutes.
Feb 24, 2022 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Justin Kirchner present. No signature due to COVID.
Flow recorded at 118 GPM.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Nov 3, 2021 16 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Logan Krantz present. No signature due to COVID.
Flow meter reading was 122 GPM.
Intent to suspend issued for 4 out of 4 total missing weirs and total alkalinity not being recorded. These items shall be brought into compliance by December 3, 2021 or the permits will be suspended. Contact Eli Freese at 704.621.2298 with questions.
#4 · Water quality: water temperature of heated pool −6
.2535(12) Heated spa temperature greater than 104 F. Maintain spa temperature at 104 F or below. Observed spa at 105.2. CDI- heater turned off; water temperature dropped to 103.4 by end of inspection.
#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 recordings for total alkalinity.
#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 4 out of 4 missing weirs. Intent to suspend issued. Ensure weirs are replaced.
#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 accumulation under main filter pump.
Mar 16, 2021 12 demerits · 3 violations
#4 · Water quality: water temperature of heated pool −6
.2535(12) Heated spa temperature greater than 104 F. Maintain spa temperature at 104 F or below. CDI. PIC reduced temperature to 104F.
#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. OBSERVED skimmers filled with debris.
.2537 Pool maintenance shall include removal of debris from the water surface. OBSERVED build up of debris and scum inside all four skimmer collars.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
.2534(5) Chemicals shall be stored as to prevent a reaction and permit for easy clean-up.OBSERVED dry chemicals being stored next to liquid chemicals on the same pallets.
Sep 9, 2020 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Chase Pernell. No signature due to COVID-19.
#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 set of doors not self closing. CDI- doors were repaired.
Feb 12, 2020 4 demerits · 1 violation
#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 door from the family locker room self-closing but not self latching. Observed door that leads from outdoor pool deck to indoor pool deck not self-latching. CDI- both doors were repaired.
Nov 4, 2019 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC information.
Observed several missing main drains checks throughout the last 6 months of records.
Maintain daily checks of main drains.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Jan 29, 2019 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC information.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed one door to out door pool and door to men's locker room not self closing self latching. Corrected during inspection.
.2528(a) Ground level doors shall be self-closing, self-latching or child protected by audible alarm.
Sep 25, 2018 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Verified PDSC information.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Observed 3 doors to outdoor pool area not self-closing self latching.
.2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
Corrected during inspection.
Apr 12, 2018 0 demerits · 0 violations
Inspector comments: 22. 911 operator stated that the address tied to the phone number is 11220 Golf Links Drive North. Correct address to 11220 Golf Links Drive.
Verified PDSC information
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Dec 14, 2017 4 demerits · 1 violation
Inspector comments: 22 - 911 has 11220 Golf Links Drive North; however, when mapped, they go to actual address 11220 Golf Links Dr. Correct address with phone company or permit will be suspended on next inspection.
24 - Provide permanent labeling on all flow meters with max levels on required systems.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer lids not fitting flush to skimmer. Per operator, the facility will keep screwed down when not accessed.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “LIFE TIME ATHLETIC - INDOOR SPA” or State ID 2060550184). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.