Anchor House
1121 LAKE AVE, Racine, WI 53403 · Racine County
Establishment
- Type
- Lodging (Tourist Rooming House - 1 TRH)
- Inspected by
- City of Racine Public Health Department
- License / ID
- BMIR-DLLL5N
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (630) 391-1603
- Official record
- City of Racine Public Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2025 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
Inspections
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May 6, 2026 Routine · 4 non-critical
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Carbon monoxide alarm installation - FBA outside IKU
A carbon monoxide alarm is not provided outside of boiler room.
Correction: Provide carbon monoxide alarm outside of boiler room.
Code ATCP 72.18(12)(c)
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Handrail on stairs > 3 risers
The outdoor staircase at the north side of the building is not provided with a handrail.
Correction: At least one handrail shall be provided for a flight of stairs with more than 3 risers.
Code ATCP 72.18(2)(a)1.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
Building evacuation diagram (TRH) - posted or provided
The building evacuation diagram is not conspicuously posted in each sleeping room or is not provided in the check-in materials.
Correction: Post the building evacuation diagram in each sleeping room or provide in the check-in materials given to guests.
Code ATCP 72.18(6)(b)1.
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Not serious
Non-critical
Pest control - openable windows screened
Various openable windows are not screened.
Correction: All openable windows within in individually keyed units need to have a screen.
Code ATCP 72.19(2)(a)3.b.
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Not serious
Priority Foundation
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Oct 9, 2025 Pre-inspection Follow Up · No items found
No violations cited.
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Sep 22, 2025 Pre-inspection · 4 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
UTENSIL SANITIZATION - CLEANING PROCEDURES
Multi-use food contact surfaces, such as plates, glasses, and utensils are not being washed, rinsed and sanitized for different guests. A sign disclosing sanitation procedures is not observed in full kitchens or kitchenettes.
Correction: All multi-use utensils must be washed, rinsed and sanitized using approved methods, equipment and chemicals. Provide a sign which discloses to guest's that multi-use food contact surfaces, such as plates, glasses, and utensils are not being washed, rinsed and sanitized for different guests and the sanitizing procedures.
Code [A] ATCP 72.11 (3)(a)
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Not serious
Non-critical
PLUMBING FIXTURES – GOOD REPAIR
The flushing mechinism on the toilet is observed to not be in good working condition.
Correction: Repair the flushing mechanism on the toilet to good working condition.
Code [B] ATCP 72.10 (4)
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Not serious
Non-critical
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1.) It is observed that an inoperable dumbwaiter door is accessible in the basement, first, second, and third floor. 2.) Food items which require temperature control for safety are observed in the fridge and freezer in the kitchen area on the first floor and the basement. 3.) 3 in1 Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body wash is observed in the attached bathrooms of Rm. 4, Rm. 5, Rm.7, and Basement hallway bathroom. 4.) It is observed that a glass pane on a door on the first floor in the tan room is broken.
Correction: 1.) Secure all dumbwaiter doors in a manner which will prevent a guest from gaining access. 2.) Remove food items which require temperature control for safety from the fridge and freezer in the kitchen area on the first floor and the basement. 3.) Either do not provide hygeine product, provide adulteration proof hygeine product, or single use items. 4.) Repair or replace the glass pane. Maintained
Code [C] ATCP 72.15 (1)
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Not serious
Non-critical
SOILED LINEN - SEPARATE STORAGE
Designated containers for dirty and clean linens were not observed.
Correction: Provide separate and marked containers for clean and soiled linen.
Code [F] ATCP 72.11 (5)
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Not serious
Non-critical
Source: City of Racine Public Health Department. History last read Oct 16, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.