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Smoke detectors with power sources not directly connected to an AC primary power source may be battery-powered in self-monitored detectors or operated from an electrical outlet which is fitted with a plug restraining device, provided the outlet is not controlled by any switch other than the main power supply; provided further that nothing in this Chapter shall be construed to permit battery-operated smoke detectors when such are otherwise prohibited by the Indiana Building Code, Indiana One and Two Family Dwelling Code, or by state statute.
(Ord. 12, passed - -96)
Smoke detectors shall be placed in accordance with applicable N.F.P.A. (National Fire Protection Association) standards for the installation, maintenance, and use of household fire warning equipment. Detectors may be ceiling or wall mounted, provided that if wall mounted they shall be within 12 inches, but not closer than six inches of the ceiling; and provided further that the Chief of the City Fire Department, or his/her designee, may approve and authorize, in writing, specific placement of smoke detectors in a rental building upon request of an owner. A copy of such written approval shall be provided to the Housing Code Enforcement officer of the city.
(Ord. 12, passed - -96)
In a dwelling unit which contains a well-defined sleeping room(s) separated from the other activity areas of the same unit, the detector shall be located in the corridor within the unit or interior area giving access to the rooms used for sleeping purposes. In a dwelling unit where a single smoke detector will not adequately service all sleeping areas, there shall be a smoke detector installed adjacent to each sleeping area.
(Ord. 12, passed - -96)
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