All Elk Grove dwellings must have working smoke alarms in each bedroom, outside every sleeping area, and on every floor, per California Health & Safety Code §13113.7 and the California Residential Code. Alarms added since 2015 must be 10-year sealed-battery or hardwired with battery backup.
Elk Grove adopts the California Residential Code and California Fire Code by reference. Under state law, every existing single-family dwelling must have smoke alarms installed inside each bedroom, in the hallway outside sleeping rooms, and at least one on every story including basements. Alarms installed or replaced after July 1, 2015 must be listed by the State Fire Marshal, display a manufacture date, and either be hardwired or contain a non-removable 10-year sealed battery (CA H&S §13113.7). Carbon monoxide alarms are also required in any dwelling with a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace, or attached garage (CA H&S §17926). Alarms must be tested monthly and replaced after 10 years. Point-of-sale and permit-triggered inspections by Cosumnes Fire or city building staff verify compliance on remodel and real-estate transactions.
Missing or non-compliant smoke alarms are cited under the California Fire Code with fines up to $200 per occurrence, and can delay real-estate closings or permit finals until corrected.
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