Article L129-8

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Order of February 5, 2013

In the private areas of residential buildings, at least one standardized smoke detector is installed in each dwelling, preferably in the corridor or hallway leading to the bedrooms.
Decree no. 2011-36 of January 10, 2011

I.-The heading of Chapter IX of Title II of Book I of the French Construction and Housing Code is replaced by the following: "Sécurité des immeubles à usage d'habitation".
Law no. 2010-238 of March 9, 2010

"Art.L. 129-8 -The occupant of a dwelling, whether tenant or owner, must install at least one standardized smoke detector.