§ 23-28.13-28. Boarding homes for children — Basements — Heating units.
(a) The use of basements shall not be allowed for sleeping quarters.
(b) Levels below ground, not considered as a basement as defined in this code, and levels on grade with sleeping quarters with a central heating unit contained therein shall be segregated by partitions and doors having a one hour fire resistant rating. Enclosures shall be provided with an air vent to the outside sufficient for proper combustion and exhaust.
History of Section.P.L. 1976, ch. 271, § 9; P.L. 1997, ch. 326, § 37; P.L. 2004, ch. 220, § 15; P.L. 2004, ch. 225, § 15.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 23-28.13 - Boarding Homes
Section 23-28.13-1 - — 23-28.13-26. Repealed.
Section 23-28.13-26.1. - Provisions applicable to boarding homes for children.
Section 23-28.13-27. - Boarding homes for children — Egress facilities required.
Section 23-28.13-28. - Boarding homes for children — Basements — Heating units.
Section 23-28.13-29. - Boarding homes for children — Maximum occupancy.
Section 23-28.13-30. - Boarding homes for children — Electrical wiring.
Section 23-28.13-31. - Boarding homes for children — Heating equipment — Safety devices.
Section 23-28.13-32. - Boarding homes for children — Fire stopping.
Section 23-28.13-33. - Boarding homes for children — Housekeeping.
Section 23-28.13-34. - Installation of smoke detectors in foster care units and in group care units.