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.+ A; _1 O/ p3 U& b
The basement exit must NOT go through utility room. 3 c3 O5 I; T P* B. h1 E1 I" aThese 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.