The Basement must have at least one window, width no less than 4 feet. If the window is barred, you have to give the key to the tenant to open from inside.& P. T- S. Q" Q5 u3 _: l8 q
The basement exit must NOT go through utility room.0 l3 j) p9 y0 b* V, O N+ k
These two rules are for fire safty. If you do not have this. The tenant can refuse to pay the rent. It is different from the damage such refridge brocken , the tenant has to pay the rent even there are things not work.