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.. i1 F, B0 G$ f2 x/ Y7 B& U; O
The basement exit must NOT go through utility room.2 b( U& J8 P( y0 P6 x8 D4 {
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.