Property ManagementIntermediateCalifornia Exam

What is the California law requirement for smoke detectors in residential rental properties?

AOnly required in properties built after 2000, under standard California property management practice
BRequired in all dwelling units, and landlords must ensure they are operable at the start of a tenancyCorrect
COptional unless required by city ordinance, as typically required in a residential lease
DRequired only in units above the first floor, consistent with California landlord-tenant law

Why Required in all dwelling units, and landlords must ensure they are operable at the start of a tenancy Is Correct

Answer B: Required in all dwelling units, and landlords must ensure they are operable at the start of a tenancy

Health and Safety Code §13113.7 requires working smoke detectors in all residential units.

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