Aurora requires working smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in all residences per Illinois law (425 ILCS 60 and 430 ILCS 135). Rental properties are inspected for compliance. Detectors required on every level and near bedrooms.
Illinois law requires smoke detectors (425 ILCS 60, Illinois Smoke Detector Act) and carbon monoxide detectors (430 ILCS 135, Carbon Monoxide Alarm Detector Act) in all residences. Aurora enforces these requirements through building code compliance and its rental inspection program. Smoke detectors are required on every level of the home, in each bedroom, and outside sleeping areas. CO detectors are required within 15 feet of sleeping rooms. Detectors must be less than 10 years old (smoke) or 5-7 years old (CO) depending on type. Rental properties are checked during annual inspections.
Missing detectors in rental: failed inspection. Landlord non-compliance: license at risk. State law violation: fines.
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