Smoke Detectors: Dearborn vs Detroit
How do smoke detectors rules compare between Dearborn, MI and Detroit, MI?
Dearborn has fewer restrictions than Detroit.
Dearborn, MI
Wayne County
Michigan Residential Code requires working smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on every level of dwellings, with hardwired interconnected units in new construction and substantial remodels.
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Wayne County
Michigan Residential Code R314 and Detroit Fire Prevention Code require working smoke alarms in every sleeping room, outside each sleeping area, and on every level.
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| Fact | Dearborn | Detroit |
|---|---|---|
| Required locations | Bedrooms, hallways, each level | - |
| New construction | Hardwired interconnected | - |
| Existing homes | Battery alarms acceptable | - |
| CO alarms | Required outside bedrooms | - |
| Replacement cycle | 10 years | - |
| Code Section | - | MI Residential Code R314 |
| Required Locations | - | Every bedroom, hall, floor |
| CO Alarms | - | Required per R315 |
| Free Alarm Program | - | Detroit Fire Dept. |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Dearborn FAQ
Does my landlord have to provide smoke detectors?
Yes. Landlords must provide working smoke alarms at tenancy start under Michigan law and the property maintenance code.
Can I use battery-only alarms?
Yes in existing homes. New construction and major remodels require hardwired interconnected alarms.
Detroit FAQ
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