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a sale or exchange of a single family dwelling occurs,
the seller must provide the buyer with a written statement
representing that the property is in compliance with California
law regarding smoke detectors. The State Building Code
mandates that all existing dwelling units have a smoke
detector installed in a central location outside each
sleeping area. In a two-story home with bedrooms on both
floors, at least two smoke detectors would be required.
New construction, or any additions, alterations or
repairs exceeding $1,000 and for which a permit is required,
must include a smoke detector installed in each bedroom
and also at a point centrally located in a corridor
or area outside of the bedroom(s). This standard applies
for the addition of one or more bedrooms, no matter
what the cost.
In new home construction, the smoke detector must be
hard-wired, with a battery backup. In existing dwellings,
the detector may be only battery operated.
Health and Safety Code Section
13113.8
California Building Code Section 1210
State Fire Marshall Regulation 92-04
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