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./ Y+ y V% N& e- K) P- f0 n
The basement exit must NOT go through utility room. " E( k2 S2 U8 f- O: {% n$ u2 q3 VThese 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.