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. . t! G% S/ H# s6 T0 C/ JThe basement exit must NOT go through utility room. 8 n" _2 S' A) j: LThese 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.