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. * q: m# C/ h7 o) E2 HThe basement exit must NOT go through utility room. 4 N2 V/ M8 f- e! ~6 M- v3 DThese 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.