Texas Statutes (Last Updated: January 4, 2014) |
PROPERTY CODE |
Title 8. LANDLORD AND TENANT |
Chapter 92. RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES |
Subchapter F. SMOKE ALARMS AND FIRE EXTINGUISHERS |
Sec. 92.2571. ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE
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A landlord complies with the requirements of this subchapter relating to the provision of smoke alarms in the dwelling unit if the landlord:
(1) has a fire detection device, as defined by Section 6002.002, Insurance Code, that includes a fire alarm device, as defined by Section 6002.002, Insurance Code, installed in a dwelling unit; or
(2) for a dwelling unit that is a one-family or two-family dwelling unit, installs smoke detectors in compliance with Chapter 766, Health and Safety Code.
Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1051 , Sec. 12, eff. September 1, 2007. Amended by: Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 257 , Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2011.