Sec. 92.257. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. (a) Subject to Subsections (b) and (c), a smoke alarm must be installed according to the manufacturer's recommended procedures.
(b) A smoke alarm must be installed on a ceiling or wall. If on a ceiling, it must be no closer than six inches to a wall or otherwise located in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. If on a wall, it must be no closer than six inches and no farther than 12 inches from the ceiling or otherwise located in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.
(c) A smoke alarm may be located other than as required by Subsection (a) or (b) if a local ordinance or a local or state fire marshal approves.
Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3651, ch. 576, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1984.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 257 (H.B. 1168), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2011.
Structure Texas Statutes
Chapter 92 - Residential Tenancies
Subchapter F. Smoke Alarms and Fire Extinguishers
Section 92.252. Application of Other Law; Municipal Regulation
Section 92.255. Installation and Location
Section 92.257. Installation Procedure
Section 92.2571. Alternative Compliance
Section 92.258. Inspection and Repair
Section 92.259. Landlord's Failure to Install, Inspect, or Repair
Section 92.260. Tenant Remedies
Section 92.261. Landlord's Defenses
Section 92.2611. Tenant's Disabling of a Smoke Alarm
Section 92.262. Agents for Delivery of Notice