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Smoke Detectors: Bay Hill vs Winter Park

How do smoke detectors rules compare between Bay Hill, FL and Winter Park, FL?

Bay Hill and Winter Park have similar restriction levels.

Bay Hill, FL

Orange County

Heavy Restrictions

Florida Building Code and NFPA 72 require working smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on each floor of all Orange County homes. Battery backup required for 10-year sealed alarms in new construction.

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Winter Park, FL

Orange County

Heavy Restrictions

Florida Building Code and NFPA 72 require working smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of a home. Winter Park Fire Department provides free smoke alarms to qualifying residents.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBay HillWinter Park
RequiredEvery bedroom plus hallwayEvery bedroom and level
New ConstructionHardwired interconnected-
Replacement10-year sealed battery-
Free InstallOrange County Fire Rescue-
Code-FL Building Code, NFPA 72
New Builds-Hardwired interconnected
Free Program-WPFD install service

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Bay Hill FAQ

Who enforces this in Orange County?

Orange County code enforcement at (407) 836-3111 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Orange County?

Orange County code enforcement at (407) 836-3111 handles complaints.

Winter Park FAQ

Who enforces this in Winter Park?

Winter Park code enforcement at (407) 599-3297 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Winter Park?

Winter Park code enforcement at (407) 599-3297 handles complaints.

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