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.$ z' C2 O& v# T- Q. J
The basement exit must NOT go through utility room. " u8 h7 E$ `& s% f/ B$ a/ j3 h. ^& V5 tThese 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.