Sec. 92.2571. ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE. 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 (H.B. 2118), Sec. 12, eff. September 1, 2007.
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