GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Landlord Air-Conditioning Absence Duration Statistics
A summary of statistics related to the duration of air-conditioning absences for landlords.
In the following blog post, we explore the varying legal requirements for landlords regarding air conditioning in different states across the United States. From Arizona’s prompt repairs to Florida’s lack of specific mandates, we delve into the potential impact on renters’ comfort and health in different climates. Stay tuned for insights on the legal landscape and statistics surrounding air conditioning in rental properties.
Statistic 1
"In the United States, exact laws vary by state, but landlords are generally required to provide essential services such as heating. It's less clear in many jurisdictions about air conditioning despite its potential health impacts."
Statistic 2
"In Arizona, a state known for its hot climate, state law requires landlords to provide air conditioning and to fix it within five days if it breaks."
Statistic 3
"Florida does not have a state law that specifically mandates air conditioning, which can leave renters at risk in the state's notoriously hot weather."
Statistic 4
"In the Texas city of Austin, for example, the city code dictates that rental properties must have air conditioning capable of maintaining a temperature of 20 degrees below the outside temperature."
Statistic 5
"In NYC, landlords are not legally obligated to provide air conditioning. However, if an air conditioner is installed in a rental unit, it becomes part of a service that a landlord must maintain."
Statistic 6
"About two-thirds of all homes in the United States have air conditioners."
Statistic 7
"It can be illegal for a landlord to turn off utilities, like heat or air conditioning, even if a tenant is not paying rent."
Statistic 8
"Nearly 50% of an average home’s energy use is from heating and cooling."
Jannik Lindner
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