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, d2 ^6 b" E
The basement exit must NOT go through utility room.8 T9 w0 M; a* w; p% Z& `: c" A0 s
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.