Birchcliff Resort

Year by year

Inspections

1. May 7, 2026 Routine · 10 non-critical
   • Serious Critical

     POWTS access covers

     The POWTS access cover was observed unlocked.

     Correction: Locked or secure the POWTS access cover to prevent general access by the public.

     Code ATCP 72.17(3)(b)

   • Serious Critical

     First floor sleeping room - 2 exits provided

     The first floor used for sleeping was not provided with at least 2 separate exits.

     Correction: Provide at least 2 separate exits from the first floor used for sleeping or discontinue sleeping from that floor. See notes section for specific units.

     Code ATCP 72.18(4)(b)

   • Serious Critical

     Second floor sleeping room - 2 exits provided

     The second floor used for sleeping was not provided with at least 2 separate exits.

     Correction: Provide at least 2 separate exits from the second floor used for sleeping or discontinue sleeping from that floor. Unit 31 "cubby bedroom" does not have a window along with other units not having appropriate sized window - see notes section for specific units.

     Code ATCP 72.18(4)(c)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     Smoke alarm installed outside each separate sleeping area

     some units missing a smoke alarm within 21 feet walking distance outside sleeping rooms.

     Correction: Provide a smoke alarm outside of each separate sleeping area, within 21 feet of any door to a sleeping room. See notes section.

     Code ATCP 72.18(11)(b)2.

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     Smoke alarm installed in each sleeping room

     Some sleeping rooms are missing smoke alarms.

     Correction: Provide a smoke alarm within each sleeping room. See notes section.

     Code ATCP 72.18(11)(b)3.

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     Windows used for exiting - platform for windows > 46 inches above floor

     Some units have appropriately sized egress window but is located higher than 46 inches from the floor and window used for exiting does not have a permanent platform or fixture installed.

     Correction: Provide a permanent platform or fixture that is at least 20 inches wide and 9 inches deep is located no more than 46 inches directly below the clear opening, or provide a different exit, or discontinue sleeping from that floor. See notes section for specific units.

     Code ATCP 72.18(4)(g)5.

   • 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.

   • Not serious Non-critical

     Ceiling height >= 7'

     At least 50 percent of the second level "cubby bedroom" in unit 31 sleeping room’s floor area does not have a ceiling height of at least 7 feet.

     Correction: Remove beds or apply for a variance.

     Code ATCP 72.18(3)(a)

   • Not serious Non-critical

     Exterior of building maintained

     Several windows, especially in older units, are in poor condition and should be repaired or replaced.

     Correction: Maintain the exterior of the building in good repair.

     Code ATCP 72.19(1)(c)1.

   • Not serious Non-critical

     Pest control - openable windows screened

     Multiple windows throughout facility missing window screens or screens need repair.

     Correction: All openable windows within in individually keyed units need to have a screen. See notes section for specific units.

     Code ATCP 72.19(2)(a)3.b.

2. Jun 17, 2025 Routine · 3 non-critical
   • Not serious Non-critical

     SMOKE DETECTORS - REQUIREMENT

     Smoke detectors are absent or not in working order in #39 (battery is missing)

     Correction: Provide operational smoke detectors in all sleeping rooms and required locations.

     Code ATCP 72.14 (2) (c)

   • Not serious Non-critical

     WINDOW SCREENING

     Window screen missing from the following #9.

     Correction: Provide screening on all windows that can be opened to the outside.

     Code ATCP 72.14 (2) (e)

   • Not serious Non-critical

     GENERAL MAINTENANCE

     Septic cover not locked by unit 33.

     Correction: Maintained establishment in a manner conducive to the health, comfort and safety of its guests.

     Code [C] ATCP 72.15 (1)

3. Jun 18, 2024 Routine · 1 non-critical, 1 repeat
   • Not serious Non-critical Repeat

     WINDOW SCREENING

     Window screen missing from bedroom windows.

     Correction: Provide screening on all windows that can be opened to the outside.

     Code ATCP 72.14 (2) (e)

4. Jun 6, 2023 Routine · 1 non-critical
   • Not serious Non-critical

     WINDOW SCREENING

     Window screen missing from bedroom in cabin 37.

     Correction: Provide screening on all windows that can be opened to the outside.

     Code ATCP 72.14 (2) (e)