Allen adopts the 2021 IRC and IFC requiring working smoke alarms in every sleeping room, outside sleeping areas, and on every story of dwellings. Rental properties must have functioning alarms at lease commencement per TX Property Code Chapter 92 Subchapter F.
New construction and substantial renovations in Allen require interconnected, hardwired smoke alarms with battery backup. Carbon monoxide alarms are required where fuel-burning appliances or attached garages exist. Landlords must inspect and test at each tenant turnover. Contact Allen at (214) 509-4100 for enforcement.
Tenants may request written repair under TX Property Code 92.260. Failure to install or maintain can expose landlords to statutory damages of one month rent plus 500 dollars and attorney fees.
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