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. 8 s4 Q7 w+ {. T3 {. T3 ]) XThe basement exit must NOT go through utility room. ) ? Q0 g4 r& v5 C) E2 ^6 o0 _; CThese 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.