What is the New Illinois Smoke Alarm Law?

 

• Since 1988, all dwellings in Illinois have been required to have smoke alarms.
• In 2017, Public Act 200 was passed to update the Illinois Smoke Detector Act to reflect advances in technology.
• Come January 1, 2023, single and multi-family homes that are still using smoke alarms with removable batteries are required to install new alarms that feature 10-year sealed battery alarms.

Exemptions

• Homes built after 1988 that already have hardwired smoke alarms.
• Homes with wireless integrated alarms that use low-power radio frequency communications, Wi-Fi, or other Wireless Local Area Networking capability.
• Homes within Chicago city limits.

 Are You Protected?

3 of every 5 home fire deaths resulted from fires in homes with no working smoke alarms!

• Install smoke alarms on every level and in every bedroom.
• Test smoke alarms monthly.
• Alarms don’t last forever, remember to replace your smoke alarms every 10 years.
• Plan and practice your escape route with your family at least twice a year.
• If your smoke alarm does sound, leave the home immediately and call 9-1-1.