Smoke Detectors: Frisco vs McKinney
How do smoke detectors rules compare between Frisco, TX and McKinney, TX?
Frisco has fewer restrictions than McKinney.
Frisco, TX
Collin County
Frisco adopts IRC 2021 and IFC 2021 requiring smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on each level. Rentals and resales must have working alarms.
View full Frisco rules →McKinney, TX
Collin County
McKinney adopts the 2021 International Residential Code requiring smoke alarms in every sleeping room, outside each sleeping area, and on every floor including basements. Interconnection and hardwiring required in new construction.
View full McKinney rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Frisco | McKinney |
|---|---|---|
| Bedrooms | One per bedroom | - |
| Code | IRC 2021 and IFC 2021 | 2021 IRC adopted |
| New Construction | Hardwired interconnected | - |
| Rentals | TX Property Code 92 | - |
| Locations | - | Every bedroom plus hall |
| CO Alarms | - | Required with gas appliances |
| Landlord Law | - | TX Property Code 92.251 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Frisco FAQ
Who enforces this in Frisco?
Frisco code enforcement at (972) 292-5000 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Frisco?
Frisco code enforcement at (972) 292-5000 handles complaints.
McKinney FAQ
Who enforces this in McKinney?
McKinney code enforcement at (972) 547-7500 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in McKinney?
McKinney code enforcement at (972) 547-7500 handles complaints.
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