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. , V( ]" ~% \ `+ W' p2 QThe basement exit must NOT go through utility room.4 H& v! u3 d+ l3 E9 Z) h$ U4 E2 r
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.