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. 5 S: P5 r2 C. YThe basement exit must NOT go through utility room. / W3 { j' ~& f# c$ Y, O' @1 m: GThese 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.