A. If a rental dwelling unit is not equipped with the required smoke detector at the time a new occupant moves into the unit, occupancy shall not be allowed. If required smoke detectors do not exist, the tenant should give written notice to the fire prevention bureau stating such deficiency.
B. Upon receipt of a complaint filed, the fire prevention bureau shall investigate the alleged violation. If the fire prevention bureau finds that the owner or owner's authorized agent has failed to install a properly operating smoke detector in the unit under investigation, the fire prevention bureau may issue a citation.
C. In the absence of a complaint from the tenant, the fire prevention bureau may also investigate the alleged violation. If the fire prevention bureau finds that the owner or the owner's authorized agent has failed to install a properly operating smoke detector in the unit under investigation, the bureau may initiate the citation process by presenting the owner with a written notice of the deficiency specifying five calendar days for compliance. If the fire prevention bureau finds that the owner or owner's authorized agent has complied with Sections 8.16.040 and 8.16.080 but that the tenant has failed to maintain such smoke detector in properly working condition, the bureau may initiate the citation process. The tenant shall be given written notice of the deficiency and shall have five calendar days to comply. If the tenant fails to comply, the fire prevention bureau may issue a citation. (Prior code § 8-34)