Smoke Detectors: McKinney vs Plano
How do smoke detectors rules compare between McKinney, TX and Plano, TX?
Plano has fewer restrictions than McKinney.
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.
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Collin County
Plano enforces Texas H and S Code 766 and Property Code 92.254 requiring smoke alarms in every bedroom and on every level. New construction needs hard-wired interconnected alarms.
View full Plano rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | McKinney | Plano |
|---|---|---|
| Code | 2021 IRC adopted | - |
| Locations | Every bedroom plus hall | - |
| CO Alarms | Required with gas appliances | Required with gas appliances or attached garage |
| Landlord Law | TX Property Code 92.251 | - |
| Placement | - | Every bedroom, outside sleeping area, every level |
| New Construction | - | Hard-wired interconnected with battery backup |
| Rental Duty | - | TX Property Code 92.254 |
| Free Program | - | Plano FD smoke alarm installation |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
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.
Plano FAQ
Does my Plano landlord have to install smoke alarms?
Yes. Texas Property Code 92.254 requires landlords to provide and maintain working smoke alarms in every bedroom and on each level, inspected before each new lease.
Do existing Plano homes need hard-wired alarms?
Only new construction and substantial remodels require interconnected hard-wired alarms. Existing homes can keep battery-operated alarms as long as they are maintained in working order in every bedroom, sleeping area, and level.
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