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. : w' y; U# v6 L2 {" H# T4 jThe basement exit must NOT go through utility room. . j9 S. `4 N8 m2 d8 E+ C9 @, m6 B1 iThese 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.