The new bill proposed in New York City would require building owners to maintain a maximum indoor temperature of 78°F when the outdoor air temperature is 82°F or higher, modeled after cities like Phoenix and Dallas.
Councilman Lincoln Restler's bill aims to provide tenants with cooling in the summer, similar to how they receive heating in winter, addressing the issue of sauna-like conditions in homes.
Around 350 New Yorkers die annually from heat-related illnesses according to the Health Department, highlighting the urgency and importance of proposed cooling measures in buildings.
Jay Martin raises concerns about the impact of the bill on 1 million rent-stabilized apartments in NYC, suggesting that property owners might need more time to adhere to the new regulations.
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