Dollar General # in Leesburg
Last inspected:
27701 Us Highway 27, Leesburg, FL 34748Part of: Dollar General Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Dollar General #12987 in Leesburg had three FDACS inspections on record between April 15 and August 13, 2025. An April 15 re-inspection required citation found a live roach on the floor next to the 2% milk reach-in cooler, along with nine total violations including improper chemical storage—insect repellent, shoe cleaner, and grease cleaner were stored on shelves above single-use food service items. The person in charge corrected chemical storage on site. A follow-up inspection on April 29 verified compliance with seven violations, and all cited issues were corrected during that visit. A focused inspection on August 13 addressing a consumer complaint found no violations. The facility was warned that any evidence of pest infestation on the next inspection would trigger stop-use orders on all receiving areas and food items.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Dollar General # in Leesburg: FDACS Inspection History (3)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 3 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This focused inspection is being conducted in response to Request # 5135888. The issues described in the consumer complaint
were addressed with the person in charge during the focused inspection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 7 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.
This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection.
Risk-Based Violations
7-301.11
Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent
contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating
the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an
area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11
PP
Retail: Liquid hand soap stored on paper towel aisle above single-use cups and trays. COS:
Person-in-charge relocated chemicals.
Y
x
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.Repeat
Food Protection Manager certification not provided during inspection.
Good Retail Practice Violations
6-501.11
Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests not removed from control
devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction
of pests. 6-501.112
Retail: Dead lizard on the floor in the back corner next to the reach-in freezer case area.
COS: Person-in-charge removed lizard.
4-601.11(C)
Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food
residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Retail: Dust, dirt, and debris buildup on the bottom storage area of the 2% milk reach-in
cooler.
5-501.11
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not
kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food
not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside: Dumpster lid not secured when not in use during inspection. COS:
Person-in-charge closed lid.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back area: Stained and warped ceiling tiles and walls in corner of breakroom area. Office:
Stained and warped ceiling tiles and walls in corner of office area.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning
not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Back area: Cobwebs along the top of the receiving door frame and surrounding the exit sign
above the receiving door frame. Back area: Dust, dirt, and debris buildup underneath the backstock
shelving storage racks.
— Re-Inspection Required· 9 violations· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.
If evidence of pest infestation is observed on the next inspection, a Stop-Use Order will be issued on all receiving areas of the
establishment and the establishment will no longer be allowed to receive additional food items, a Stop-Use Order of all
processing equipment (if applicable) will be issued and a Stop-Sale Order of all exposed food items (if applicable) will be issued
until the infestation is eradicated. A copy of the Pest Control Plan Checklist has been provided to the establishment.
Re-inspection visit required due to pests. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 to request food safety inspector visit for written release when all affected areas have been adequately
cleaned and sanitized. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will result in Administrative Action. In
addition, food establishment must develop and implement a pest management control program.
Risk-Based Violations
7-301.11
Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent
contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating
the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in
an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.
7-301.11 PP
Retail: Insect repellant, shoe cleaner, and grease cleaner stored on aisle 16 shelves above
single use bowls, plates, and cups. COS: Person in charge relocated chemicals.
x
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
Food Protection Manager certification not provided during inspection.
Good Retail Practice Violations
6-501.11
Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests not removed from control
devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction
of pests. 6-501.112
Retail: Dead lizard on the floor in the back corner next to the reach-in freezer case area.
Back area: Dead lizard on the floor alongside the door threshold next to the breakroom area.
6-501.11
Premises not maintained free of roaches and rodents; or not controlled to eliminate
their presence on the premise by routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely
inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping
devices or other means of pest control. 6-501.111 (A)-(C) P
Retail: Live roach on floor next to 2% milk reach-in cooler area. COS: Roach killed and
area cleaned.
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Print Date: 4/15/2025
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Citation Description: Nonfood-contact surface of equipment has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food
residue or other debris. 4-601.11(C)
Observation: Retail: Dust, dirt, and debris buildup on the bottom storage area of the 2% milk reach-in
cooler.
5-501.17
Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary
napkins. 5-501.17
Retail: No covered receptacle located in restroom used by females.
5-501.11
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not
kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food
not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside: Dumpster lid not secured when not in use during inspection.
5-501.11
Storage area or enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables not clean.
5-501.115
Outside: Trash debris and buildup surrounding dumpster.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Back area: Stained and warped ceiling tiles and walls in corner of breakroom area. Office:
Stained and warped ceiling tiles and walls in corner of office area.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or
cleaning not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12
Back area: Cobwebs along the top of the receiving door frame and surrounding the exit sign
above the receiving door frame. Back area: Dust, dirt, and debris buildup underneath the backstock
shelving storage racks.
Dollar General # in Leesburg: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dollar General # in Leesburg last inspected?
- Dollar General # 12987 in Leesburg was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 13, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Dollar General # in Leesburg had?
- Dollar General # 12987 in Leesburg has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Dollar General # in Leesburg find?
- Dollar General # 12987 in Leesburg was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 13, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Dollar General # in Leesburg had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- No, Dollar General # 12987 in Leesburg has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
- What are the most common violations at Dollar General # in Leesburg?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Dollar General # 12987 in Leesburg are: 6-501.11: Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. 6-501.112; 5-501.11: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113; 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11.
- Does Dollar General # in Leesburg have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Dollar General # 12987 in Leesburg has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 6-501.11: Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. 6-501.112; 5-501.11: Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113; 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11.
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