North Carolina requires operable smoke alarms in every rental home. Since 2013, any new or replacement alarm must be a tamper-resistant, 10-year sealed lithium-battery model. Carbon monoxide alarms are also required where there is a fuel-burning appliance or attached garage.
Under N.C.G.S. § 42-42(a), landlords must provide operable, UL-listed smoke alarms installed per NFPA or manufacturer standards, ensure they work at the start of each tenancy, and repair them within 15 days of written notice. Since December 31, 2012, any newly installed or replaced alarm must be a tamper-resistant, 10-year lithium-battery smoke alarm (unless hardwired with battery backup). A carbon monoxide alarm is required per level in units with a fossil-fuel heater, appliance, fireplace, or attached garage. New construction is governed by the North Carolina Residential Code (Section R314).
A landlord who fails to install or repair required alarms within 30 days of written notice faces a fine of up to $250 per violation under N.C.G.S. § 42-44.
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