Property Management

In Oregon, what is the landlord's duty regarding smoke detectors in residential rentals?

AProvide them upon tenant request only
BInstall working smoke detectors and ensure they are functioning at the start of each tenancy✓ Correct
COnly required in new construction built after 2000
DThe tenant is solely responsible for smoke detectors

Explanation

Oregon landlords are required by ORS 90.325 and the Oregon Building Code to install working smoke detectors in residential rental units. At the start of a new tenancy, landlords must ensure detectors are functional. Tenants are required to test detectors and notify landlords if they are not working, but the landlord bears initial installation and maintenance responsibility.

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