INTOWN SUITES MACON

EHS observed no gas-fired equipment inspection available for view at the time of the inspection. The PIC indicated that she was of aware of an inspection that was performed last year. Based on the previous TA inspection, the last gas-fired equipment inspection was performed in March of 2025.

511-6-2-.15(5) - Heating and Fire Safety-Inspection All gas-fired equipment shall be inspected at least annually by a qualified licensed contractor or local fire authority, if available. Points to be inspected are proper construction and installation, malfunctions and adjustments of controls and burners, faulty heat exchangers and vent obstructions. Any defects found on inspection must be corrected by a qualified heating contractor prior to use of the equipment. Upon request, the operator shall provide evidence of inspection and/or correction of any deficiency

CA: EHS advised the PIC that the last gas-fired equipment inspection expired in March of 2025 and that a new inspection is required as soon as possible. Also informed them that a copy of the gas-fired equipment inspection should be stored locally, for view during TA inspections

EHS observed the following:

• Rm 320: disagreeable odor
• Rm 235: disagreeable odor
• Rm 301: damage to room furniture (dresser)

511-6-2-.14(5) - Condition of Furnishings All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that rooms should be treated to remove the noted odors and all furniture must remain in good standing

EHS observed the following:

• Rm 320: disagreeable odor
• Rm 235: disagreeable odor
• Rm 301: damage to room furniture (dresser)

511-6-2-.14(5) - Condition of Furnishings All furniture, draperies, appliances, carpets, and other accessories, in the tourist accommodation, whether the property of the tourist accommodation owner or not, shall be considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation for purposes of enforcement of this Chapter, and must be maintained in good repair, clean, and free of vermin.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that rooms should be treated to remove the noted odors and all furniture must remain in good standing

EHS observed the following:

• Rm 236: bathroom ventilation fan is detaching from the ceiling and needs to be re-secured.
• Rm 301: the paint on the bathroom door is peeling
• Rm 140: large hole in the bathroom door
• Rm 235: bathroom tub is discolored/ stained, likely from wear

511-6-2-.08(4) - Toilet Facilities-Cleaning and Maintenance Toilet rooms and fixtures must be smooth and nonabsorbent and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Walls, floors, and ceilings shall be constructed of easily cleanable nonabsorbent materials and shall be kept clean and in good repair. While being used by tourists, every surface of a bathtub, shower, shower enclosure, toilet and lavatory, which may come in contact with a person’s body, must be sanitized each day, unless the guest has declined regular tourist room services. If a tourist declines regular tourist room services, the tourist accommodation facility must ensure that these surfaces are cleaned and sanitized at least once per week and between tourists.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that the bathroom's doors, ventilation fans, and tubs must be kept in good repair, increased routine maintenance should be performed to correct the observed violations

EHS observed the following:

• Rm 320: Cabinets/ drawers in kitchenette damaged (warped & exposed particle board); damaged to wall,
• Rm 301: damaged cabinets/ drawers in kitchenette (warped)
• Rm 235: Soiled walls in kitchenette - grease build-up

511-6-2-.14(1) - Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Floors, walls, ceilings. windows, doors and all other appurtenances shall be of sound construction, properly maintained in good repair and shall be kept clean. In all new constructed and extensively remodeled residential kitchens used in bed and breakfast inns, coved base molding may be required. Walls and ceilings in residential kitchens shall be easily cleanable and light colored.

CA: EHS advised the PIC that the walls and all other appurtenances must be kept in good repair; increased maintained should be performed to repair damaged items

EHS Observed:

• Live bug in the bathroom of rooms: 325 (on toilet), 310 (on floor), and 320 (on toilet)

511-6-2-.13(1) - Insect and Rodent Control Effective and appropriate measures shall be taken to eliminate the presence of rodents and flies, roaches, bed bugs, and other insects on the premises. The premises shall be kept in such condition as to prevent the attraction, harborage or feeding of insects or rodents. Restricted use pesticides, as specified in 40 CFR 152 Subpart I - Classification of Pesticides shall be applied only by a licensed professional. All pesticide applications must be in accordance with current state and federal laws and the product label. Applying pesticides within buildings using area fog dispersal methods or as warranted under DPH Rule-.20(4)(c) is restricted to licensed pest control professionals as part of an integrated pest management program.

CA: Advised PIC to have pests removed. Discussed solutions such as increased spraying frequency

EHS Observed:

• Soap scum build up in showers of rooms: 326
• No bathroom door in room 102: (curtain used as divider) - PIC indicated they are in the process of replacing
• Mantle of bathroom sink cracked in room: 201
• Peeling ceiling in bathroom in room: 146

511-6-2-.08(4) - Toilet Facilities-Cleaning and Maintenance Toilet rooms and fixtures must be smooth and nonabsorbent and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Walls, floors, and ceilings shall be constructed of easily cleanable nonabsorbent materials and shall be kept clean and in good repair. While being used by tourists, every surface of a bathtub, shower, shower enclosure, toilet and lavatory, which may come in contact with a person’s body, must be sanitized each day, unless the guest has declined regular tourist room services. If a tourist declines regular tourist room services, the tourist accommodation facility must ensure that these surfaces are cleaned and sanitized at least once per week and between tourists.

CA: Advised PIC that increased attention should be made in noted rooms and discussed item repairs

EHS Observed:

• Areas of wall in disrepair (patches of unpainted and exposed wall layer) in room 325
• Sink drawer of kitchen damaged (warped on edges, exposing particle board) in rooms 320, 201, and 112
• Kitchen counter finished damaged (discoloration and significant marring) in rooms 146, 106, and 102
• Stained furniture in room 102
• Ceiling in kitchen area peeling in room 146

511-6-2-.14(1) - Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Floors, walls, ceilings. windows, doors and all other appurtenances shall be of sound construction, properly maintained in good repair and shall be kept clean. In all new constructed and extensively remodeled residential kitchens used in bed and breakfast inns, coved base molding may be required. Walls and ceilings in residential kitchens shall be easily cleanable and light colored.

CA: Advised PIC that items specified in inspection should be repaired. Discussed possible need of increased maintenance

Observed live bug within cabinet in room 303 and dead bugs in rooms 223 (in tub) and 240 (next to bed under air conditioner)

511-6-2-.13(1) - Insect and Rodent Control Effective and appropriate measures shall be taken to eliminate the presence of rodents and flies, roaches, bed bugs, and other insects on the premises. The premises shall be kept in such condition as to prevent the attraction, harborage or feeding of insects or rodents. Restricted use pesticides, as specified in 40 CFR 152 Subpart I - Classification of Pesticides shall be applied only by a licensed professional. All pesticide applications must be in accordance with current state and federal laws and the product label. Applying pesticides within buildings using area fog dispersal methods or as warranted under DPH Rule-.20(4)(c) is restricted to licensed pest control professionals as part of an integrated pest management program.

Corrective action: Spoke with PIC and maintenance,to have pests removed

Observed bathtub faucet leaking while closed in room 334

511-6-2-.08(4) - Toilet Facilities-Cleaning and Maintenance Toilet rooms and fixtures must be smooth and nonabsorbent and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Walls, floors, and ceilings shall be constructed of easily cleanable nonabsorbent materials and shall be kept clean and in good repair. While being used by tourists, every surface of a bathtub, shower, shower enclosure, toilet and lavatory, which may come in contact with a person’s body, must be sanitized each day, unless the guest has declined regular tourist room services. If a tourist declines regular tourist room services, the tourist accommodation facility must ensure that these surfaces are cleaned and sanitized at least once per week and between tourists.

Corrective action: Spoke to PIC about having bathtub repaired

EHS observed facility without permit posted in public view. Violation: permit shall be posted in public view. CA: EHS will email copy of permit to facility have permit posted in public view

EHS observed facility with inspection report posted that was not the most recent inspection report from 8/19/22. Violation: Facility shall have most recent inspection report posted in public view. CA: print and post inspection report from today 5/30/23