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.. n1 I* ?% _6 E- X0 x
The basement exit must NOT go through utility room.9 M1 d* y( \5 m# f% m, i
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.