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.- s. y& x z2 p% V% j1 w4 L
The basement exit must NOT go through utility room.; O& t1 e% D9 _" Z) Q6 \" ?$ e
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.