Reedley, CA Fire Regulations: Smoke Detectors (2026)

Reedley adopts the California Building Code (CBC) and California Fire Code (CFC) per RMC Section 9-1-1 (Ordinance 2013-005, amended by Ordinance 2022-006), which incorporate all state smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector requirements. Under CBC Section 907.2.11 and California Health and Safety Code Section 13113.7, smoke alarms must be installed on the ceiling or wall outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms, in each room used for sleeping purposes, and on each story of a dwelling unit including basements. Since 2014, California requires all newly installed smoke alarms to contain a sealed, non-removable 10-year battery or be hardwired with battery backup. Carbon monoxide detectors are required in dwelling units with fuel-burning appliances or attached garages per Health and Safety Code Section 17926. Landlords must install and maintain smoke and CO detectors in rental properties, and tenants must notify landlords of any malfunctioning devices. All alarms must be approved and listed by the California State Fire Marshal.