Ohio Residential Code R314 requires smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on every floor. Hardwired with battery backup in new construction.
Existing homes may use battery-only units. Rental properties must have working detectors at tenant move-in per Ohio Landlord-Tenant Act (ORC 5321.04). Euclid Building Department inspects on point-of-sale and rental registration. Contact Euclid at (216) 289-2700.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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