Texas Property Code § 92.255 requires smoke detectors in each bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on every level of a dwelling. Irving's alarm system chapter (Ch. 9) requires annual registration.
Texas Property Code § 92.255 mandates smoke detectors inside each bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of a dwelling including basements. Landlords must install and maintain compliant smoke detectors in rental properties. Irving Code Chapter 9 governs alarm systems: all business and residential alarm users must register with the city and pay an annual permit fee of $50 ($10 for seniors 65+). False alarm fees of $50 per alarm apply after the 5th false alarm in a 12-month period. Irving has adopted the International Fire Code (2021 Edition), which includes additional requirements for smoke and carbon monoxide detection in new construction. The Irving Fire Department conducts inspections for commercial properties.
Landlord failure to provide smoke detectors is a lease violation under TX Property Code. False alarm fees of $50 after 5 false alarms per year.
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