(A) Subject to the exceptions and conditions for compliance as stated in this article, smoke detectors shall be required in all dwellings privately owned or rented for occupancy. It shall be the responsibility of the owner of each new and/or existing occupied dwelling unit to install smoke detectors in each dwelling unit as provided in this article. The smoke detectors shall be capable of sensing visible or invisible particles of combustion and providing a suitable audible alarm or visual alarm for a deaf or hearing impaired person.
(B) This article shall apply to any and all dwellings or dwelling units, new or existing, which are not otherwise required to have smoke detectors under the provisions of the currently adopted Kentucky Building Code and/or the currently adopted Life Safety Code (LSC 101).
(Ord. 7-1985, passed 11-11-85)
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Cross reference:
Penalty, see § 73.999