(a) Definition. For the purpose of this chapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR. A device which sends an audible alarm when activated by sensing invisible particles of carbon monoxide. A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR is deemed approved for purposes of this section if it complies with all applicable state and federal regulations, and bears the label of a nationally recognized standard testing laboratory, and meets the revised standard of at least UL2034 dated October 1, 1995, and all subsequent revisions of their equivalent.
(b) Carbon monoxide detectors required in all dwelling units. In each dwelling unit, or individual apartment unit within buildings used as a multi-dwelling, there shall be provided by the owner of the real estate, a minimum of one carbon monoxide device, as defined in subsection (a) above.
(c) Alarm requirements. Said carbon monoxide detectors shall contain sensing devices, which provide an alarm suitable to warn occupants within individual dwelling units and apartment units in the event of the presence of carbon monoxide.
(d) Time of installation. Unless required by applicable law, no certificate of occupancy for any dwelling, or dwelling unit, shall be issued until the Code Enforcement Officer, or other designated official of the township, has inspected the building and determined that the carbon monoxide detectors have been installed therein.
(Ord. 814, passed 1-21-2004)