Full question:
Can a landlord hold the tenant responsible to put in 25 sprinkler heads to meet the fire code when there were no sprinkler heads in place when he moved here. Isnt it a legallity to have those when a tenant moves in already? Thanks
- Category: Landlord Tenant
- Date:
- State: Florida
Answer:
A landlord must provide a rental property that meets minimum standards of habitability, including compliance with building codes. Typically, the landlord is responsible for ensuring that the property adheres to fire safety regulations, which would include the installation of sprinkler systems if required by law.
In Florida, if the property is deemed unlivable due to code violations, such as the absence of necessary safety features like sprinkler heads, the tenant may have the right to terminate the lease or withhold rent. According to Florida law, landlords are required to maintain the premises in compliance with applicable building, housing, and health codes (Fla. Stat. § 83.51).
In summary, unless there is a specific written agreement stating otherwise, a landlord cannot shift the responsibility of installing sprinkler heads to a tenant if those were not present when the tenant moved in.
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