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. ( j1 Q4 S: j/ [3 tThe basement exit must NOT go through utility room. 5 C6 c1 j+ a+ B/ R* NThese 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.