If you would like the Rental Licensing/Inspection division to do an inspection of the rental property you are leasing, please call our office at (913)573-8649 to schedule an inspection.
Are you living in a rental property? Do you ever wonder if things are safe and up to current code? Below is a list of common things to look for:
- Smoke detectors are required in each bedroom plus each level of the unit/house
- GFCI outlets are required in bathrooms
- Double keyed locks are not allowed
- Copper cannot be used for gas supply lines
- Windows must be operable, not blocked or boarded
- Handrails are required at sets of 4 or more stairs/risers
- Hot water tank and furnace must be vented properly and operational
- Electrical panel and circuits must be safe
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