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. 5 ]# d; B6 b( G4 [2 j1 NThe basement exit must NOT go through utility room. ( v1 y0 o, ]( E7 H( w! LThese 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.