Bill > H879

This bill requires landlords in North Carolina to provide operable air conditioning in residential rental units that is capable of cooling the premises to a reasonable indoor temperature during warm weather conditions. Specifically, the bill amends the existing landlord-tenant law (G.S. 42-42) by adding a new provision that mandates landlords must ensure an air conditioning system is in good working order at the start of each tenancy. This means when a new tenant moves in or a lease is renewed, the landlord must have a functioning air conditioning unit that can effectively cool the rental space. The bill will go into effect immediately upon becoming law and will apply to all new and renewed residential rental agreements from that point forward. By adding this requirement, the bill aims to ensure that tenants have access to basic cooling amenities during hot weather, which can be important for comfort and health, particularly in regions with warm climates like North Carolina.

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https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H879