Common use of Smoke Alarm and Carbon Monoxide Detector Notice Clause in Contracts

Smoke Alarm and Carbon Monoxide Detector Notice. Dwelling units (including, without limitation, single family residences) intended for human occupancy are, upon transfer of title, required to be equipped with operable smoke alarm(s) and, as of July 1, 2011, carbon monoxide device(s) of the type and in a manner specified by the State Fire Xxxxxxxx. Compliance must be certified upon Closing. California Health & Safety Code section 13113.7 and 13260, et seq. Local ordinances and building codes may add additional requirements and should be consulted as to where (i.e., what placement within sleeping areas, hallways leading to sleeping areas, within staircases, etc.) smoke detector(s) and carbon monoxide devices(s) should be located for optimal performance and for full code compliance. Seller hereby certifies that the Property is presently in compliance, or by Closing shall have been brought into compliance, with the above-referenced requirements regarding the installation of operable smoke alarms and carbon monoxide devices.