Verify smoke and CO detectors in all units. Maine law requires landlords to provide working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at the start of each occupancy and to repair or replace them after a tenant's written notice, and checking every detector before each new tenant moves in, then again each year, keeps units safe and documents the pre-occupancy inspection that limits the landlord's liability under the statute.
The Maine rule
Each rule shows its schedule, its primary sources, and the date it was last verified.
Related rules in Maine
The Maine guide lists every compliance obligation, the seasonal maintenance calendar, and baseline upkeep.
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