Florida Fire Protection Disclosure
Required for Multi-Story Buildings Under Florida Statutes § 719.616
Florida law requires landlords of buildings over 3 stories to disclose fire protection and safety systems to tenants. This includes smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, and fire alarm systems.
🏢 Property Information
👤 Landlord/Property Manager
👥 Tenant Information
🚨 Smoke Detectors
Tenant Responsibility: Test smoke detectors monthly and notify landlord in writing if not working.
🧯 Fire Extinguishers
💧 Sprinkler System
Important: Do NOT hang items from or obstruct sprinkler heads.
🔔 Building Fire Alarm System
🚪 Emergency Exits & Evacuation
✅ Tenant Acknowledgment
✍️ Signatures
Landlord/Property Manager
Tenant(s)
Florida Fire Protection Disclosure Requirements
⚠️ Legal Notice: This form is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a Florida attorney for specific guidance.
Why Florida Requires Fire Protection Disclosure
Florida Statutes § 719.616 requires disclosure of fire protection systems for certain residential buildings, particularly condominiums and multi-family structures over 3 stories. This ensures tenants understand the fire safety features and their responsibilities.
What Must Be Disclosed
1. Smoke Detectors
- Number and location in unit
- Type (battery, hardwired, interconnected)
- Tenant testing responsibilities
2. Fire Extinguishers
- Whether provided in unit or common areas
- Type (ABC, BC, K-Class)
- Location(s)
3. Sprinkler Systems
- Building coverage (full, partial, common areas)
- Whether unit has sprinkler heads
4. Fire Alarm System
- Central alarm presence
- Monitoring type
- Manual pull stations
- Special features (strobe, voice evacuation)
5. Emergency Exits
- Stairwell locations
- Nearest exit to unit
- Evacuation procedures
- Assembly area
Florida Smoke Detector Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Inside each bedroom, outside sleeping areas, every level |
| New Construction | Hardwired with battery backup, interconnected |
| Replacement | Every 10 years |
| Testing | Monthly; batteries replaced annually |
Landlord Responsibilities
- Provide functioning smoke detectors at move-in
- Disclose all fire protection systems
- Maintain building-wide systems
- Replace detectors upon written notice
- Post evacuation plans in multi-family buildings
Tenant Responsibilities
- Test smoke detectors monthly
- Notify landlord in writing if detector not working
- Replace batteries (unless landlord agrees otherwise)
- Not disable or obstruct safety equipment
- Know exit locations and evacuation procedures
FL Stat § 553.885(4): Tenant who fails to notify landlord of non-working smoke detector may be liable for fire damages.
High-Rise Requirements (75+ feet)
- Automatic sprinkler systems
- Building-wide fire alarm
- Voice communication systems
- Firefighter service elevators
- Pressurized stairwells
- Annual fire marshal inspections
Fire Safety Tips for Tenants
- Know two ways out of every room
- Practice escape plan with household
- Never use elevators during fire
- Stay low if smoke present
- Feel doors before opening
- Once out, stay out
- Call 911 from outside
Resources
- Florida State Fire Marshal: MyFloridaCFO.com/Division/SFM
- Florida Building Code: FloridaBuilding.org
- NFPA: NFPA.org
⚠️ Legal Disclaimer
This fire protection disclosure is for informational purposes only. Fire safety requirements vary by building type, age, and local codes. Always consult a Florida attorney and local fire marshal for compliance guidance. As of , Florida has enhanced building safety requirements following recent legislation.
