Baltimore County Rental Inspection For Baltimore Landlords
If You Are A Rental Property Owner/Landlord In Baltimore County, On January 1, 2009 The Law Required Rental Units To Be Registered And Inspected By A Licensed Home Inspector. This Inspection Is Required Every 3 Years.
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Rental Inspections Are Done Regularly To Ensure That The Property Is Maintained In Good Condition And Complies With All Necessary Rules And Regulations.
A Baltimore County Rental Inspection Procedure Includes Checking For Any Code Violations, Pest Infestations, Or Structural Issues That May Pose A Threat To Tenants’ Health And Safety.
For Landlords, It Can Be A Daunting Task To Keep Up With All The Requirements And Regulations Set By The County. However, It Is Important To Note That These Measures Are Put In Place For The Benefit Of Both Tenants And Landlords.
By Complying With Rental Inspection Standards, Landlords Can Avoid Legal Issues And Ensure That Their Properties Remain Safe And Habitable For Their Tenants.
Not Only Do Rental Inspections Help Maintain The Quality Of Rental Properties, But They Also Contribute To Creating A More Livable And Thriving Community.
Furthermore, Tenants Have The Right To Request An Inspection If They Suspect That Their Rental Unit Does Not Meet The Minimum Standards. This Adds An Extra Layer Of Protection For Renters And Encourages Landlords To Stay On Top Of Maintenance And Repairs.
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Baltimore County Requires The Following:
A) Hardwired & Battery Backed Interconnected Smoke Detectors Present And Operational. Wireless Remote Interconnection Is Acceptable As Long As The Smoke Detectors Are Hardwired And Approved By A Recognized Testing Lab Such As UL And Be Listed And Approved For Sale, Installation And Use In Maryland By The Office Of The State Fire Marshal.
Single Family Home
1. A Hardwired Smoke Detector With A Battery Backup Must Be Located In The Corridor Or Hallway Outside Of Sleeping Areas.
2. If The Home Has A Basement, A Hardwired Smoke Detector With A Battery Backup Must Also Be Located In The Basement, And Must Be Interconnected To The Smoke Detectors Outside Of The Sleeping Areas.
Homes With 2 Or 3 Apartments
1. A Hardwired Smoke Detector With A Battery Backup Must Be Located In The Corridor Or Hallway Outside Of Sleeping Areas.
2. If The Home Has A Basement, A Hardwired Smoke Detector With A Battery Backup Must Also Be Located In The Basement, But Only Has To Be Interconnected To The Smoke Detector On The First Floor.
Homes With 4-6 Apartments
1. A Hardwired Smoke Detector With A Battery Backup Must Be Located In The Corridor Or Hallway Outside Of Sleeping Areas In Each Unit.
2. No Smoke Detector Is Required In The Basement For Homes With 4-6 Apartments.
Smoke Detectors Must Be UL Approved
B) Electrical Wires Are Not Visible In Living Areas.
C) There Is Hot And Cold Running Water In Kitchen And Each Bathroom With No Leaks Below Sink Area And All Toilets Flush.
D) There Are No Sleeping Areas In The Basement Or If There Is A Sleeping Area In The Basement, There Is A Secondary Means Of Escape As Follows: Basement Window With Minimum 5.5 Ft Opening With Sill Height 44 Inches Or Less From Floor OR Basement Door With Thumb Turn Dead Bolt.
E) The Furnace Is Either Operational Or Because Of Outside Temperatures It Is Unable To Be Tested.
F) Railing Is Present For Interior And Exterior Steps With More Than 3 Risers.
G) Are There Any Other Readily Observable Problems That In The Inspector’s Opinion Represent An Immediate Threat To The Health Or Safety Of Occupant? If “Yes” Please Describe Below:
We Will Email You A Copy Of The Inspection Form In Advance So You Are Aware Of Exactly What The County Requires And What Will Be Inspected. We Encourage Clients To Understand The Requirements In Advance To Avoid Lost Time And Potential Additional Cost.
Baltimore County requires the following:
- Railing Is Present For Interior And Exterior Steps With More Than 3 Risers.
- Electrical Live Wires Are Not Visible In Living Areas.
- Electrical Outlets Are Protected By Cover Plates.
- Electrical Outlets In Areas Where Water Is Generally Present (E.G. Kitchen, Bathroom) Are
- Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) Protected.
- Smoke Detectors Are Properly Installed And Operational.
- Carbon Monoxide Alarms Are Properly Installed And Operational.
- Plumbing Fixtures Do Not Leak.
- Windows, Which Are Designed To Do So, Should Open And Close And Have A Working Locking
Mechanism. - The Property Has An Operable Heat Supply System.
- The Interior Of The Property Is Clean And Sanitary.
- The Interior Of The Property Appears To Be Free Of Signs Of Infestation By Rodents, Insects, Or Pests.
- If There Is A Bedroom In The Basement, There Is Proper Egress In Case Of Fire.
- The Exterior Is Free Of Rodent Burrows.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can Anyone Perform A Baltimore County Rental Inspection?
No, Only A State-Licensed Home Inspector Is Authorized To Perform A Baltimore County Rental Inspection.
How Long Does A Baltimore County Rental Inspection Take?
No, Only A State-Licensed Home Inspector Is Authorized To Perform A Baltimore County Rental Inspection.
Can You Perform A Rental Inspection Without The Landlord Present?
No, Only A State-Licensed Home Inspector Is Authorized To Perform A Baltimore County Rental Inspection.
Do You Perform Lead Paint Inspections?
No, Only A State-Licensed Home Inspector Is Authorized To Perform A Baltimore County Rental Inspection.
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