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urn: urn:us-la:rs:40:1581
citation: "R.S. 40:1581"
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breadcrumb: "Title 40 › Chapter 7 › Part III › Subpart A"
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# Smoke detectors; carbon monoxide detectors; one- or two-family dwellings

A. All existing one- or two-family dwellings at the time of sale or lease shall contain, at a minimum, an operable ten-year, sealed lithium battery smoke detector.

B. All existing one- or two-family dwellings at the time of sale or lease shall contain, at a minimum, an operable carbon monoxide detector with a long-life, sealed battery. The carbon monoxide detector may be combined with smoke detection.

C. Professional installers who install generators in one- or two-family dwellings shall include with installation of a home generator, at minimum, an operable carbon monoxide detector with a long-life, sealed battery. The carbon monoxide detector may be combined with smoke detection.

D. Failure to comply with the provisions of this Section shall not be a reason for nonpayment of any insurance claims.

E. Failure to comply with the provisions of this Section shall not cause a delay or a stoppage in the transfer of the property.

F. The real estate agent shall not be liable for the seller's failure to comply with the provisions of this Section.