Originally on the EBMG Blog

Beginning October 1, 2017, pursuant to Local Law 86 of 2017, the regulations regarding providing heat during the nighttime hours have changed. During the Heat Season (October 1 – May 31), property owners must maintain an indoor temperature of 62 degrees inside all apartments at all times.

The former outdoor temperature trigger of 40 degrees outdoors is no longer in play and heat will now always need to be provided. This is also a 7 degree difference inside, as the old regulations provided for the landlord to provide heat to 55 degrees inside when the temperature fell below 40 degrees outside.

If the inside temperature falls below 62 degrees, tenants may file a complaint about inadequate heat with 311. Please take necessary action to ensure that your heating system will provide heat according to the law beginning October 1st.

While this is great for tenants, the change will lead to another budget-busting line item for all properties to manage throughout the year. All property owners and managers should get ready now and forecast what costs they may be incurring with the additional fuel and wear and tear on the boiler systems.

Contact Mark Levine via e-mail or at 212-335-2723 x.201