Smoke alarms are required in all Canal Winchester dwellings under the Ohio Residential Code, Section R314. Alarms must be installed in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every story including basements.
New construction and major renovations require interconnected hardwired alarms with battery backup. Existing homes may use battery-only units. Carbon monoxide alarms are required near sleeping areas in homes with fuel-fired appliances or attached garages per ORC 3781.103. Landlords must ensure working alarms at the start of each tenancy.
Missing or disabled alarms are a code violation typically carrying fines from 100 to 500 dollars and correction orders. Rental non-compliance can block occupancy certificates.
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