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. 0 c9 C$ g- b$ v9 h+ n- L7 R2 }The basement exit must NOT go through utility room. 6 p# D! [8 u3 uThese 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.