Bill > A06419

This bill amends the private housing finance law to require housing companies to disclose any charges related to the installation, removal, or use of air conditioning units to tenants before assessing such charges. Specifically, the bill mandates that when a company charges for air conditioning services, they must inform the tenant of these costs upfront. Additionally, the bill stipulates that charges for an air conditioning unit will begin when the unit is installed and end when it is removed, with any partial charges being pro-rated to a daily rate. This means if a tenant uses an air conditioning unit for only part of a billing period, they will only be charged for the exact days of use. The bill aims to provide more transparency and fairness in how housing companies levy charges related to air conditioning units, giving tenants clearer information about potential costs. The legislation will take effect 60 days after it becomes law, and regulatory agencies are authorized to prepare necessary implementation rules in advance of the effective date.