Property Management
What is the California law requirement for smoke detectors in residential rental properties?
AOnly required in properties built after 2000
BRequired in all dwelling units, and landlords must ensure they are operable at the start of a tenancy✓ Correct
COptional unless required by city ordinance
DRequired only in units above the first floor
Explanation
Health and Safety Code §13113.7 requires working smoke detectors in all residential units. Landlords must provide functioning smoke detectors at the inception of a tenancy; tenants are responsible for notifying the landlord if they malfunction.
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