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Fire Regulations in Winter Haven, FL (2026)

1 verified fire regulations for Winter Haven, Florida, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Smoke Detectors

Winter Haven requires every newly constructed single- and multiple-family dwelling unit to have a listed smoke detector installed per manufacturer specifications and tested to UL 217. The rule sits in Chapter 6's fire code, separate from the housing code's own smoke-alarm provision.

Winter Haven Smoke Detector Requirement

Some Restrictions

Winter Haven Code of Ordinances § 6-8

Sec. 6-8. - Smoke detectors in residential units. Every single- and multiple-residential dwelling unit newly constructed shall be provided with an approved listed smoke detector installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendation and listing. When actuated, the detector shall provide an audible alarm. The detectors shall be tested in accordance with and meet the requirements of UL 21...

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