Westerville adopts the Ohio Residential Code smoke alarm requirements. Smoke alarms required in every sleeping room, outside sleeping areas, and on every level including basements. Hardwired with battery backup in new construction.
Ohio Residential Code (RCO) Section R314 governs smoke alarm placement and is enforced by Westerville Building Division. Existing homes must have working battery-operated or hardwired alarms in required locations. Alterations or additions over 1,000 dollars trigger upgrade to hardwired interconnected alarms. Carbon monoxide alarms required under RCO R315 where fuel-fired appliances or attached garages exist. Landlords must provide working alarms at start of tenancy.
Housing code violations under Codified Ord Chapter 1452 carry up to 150 dollars per day. Landlords failing to provide alarms face additional penalties and potential escrow of rent.
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