I survived NYC without AC for three years. Here’s why I finally caved

… such a pain to put up and take down I also thought I cant buy an air conditioner if I have an air conditioner But also … also just make me happier  … Why I caved … I did decide to buy an AC after a couple of things happened  My mom sent me … me I know that AC is not the endallbeall solution But it is what weve got which is sad and unfortunate and makes me want …

By Celia Young |June 27, 2025 - 9:30AM
Proposed NYC bill would require landlords to provide AC in the summer

… But a new bill introduced on Thursday would require landlords to provide AC to all of Gothams tenants The bill … introduced by Council Member Lincoln Restler would require landlords to keep apartments at 78 degrees or lower when … … You Might Also Like … viewbublogpanes=ymalinline   … Rent … Roommates + Landlords … air conditioning … heat … …

By Celia Young |July 23, 2024 - 11:00AM
How to get a free air conditioner to beat NYC’s summer heat wave

… in subsidized housing where your heat is included in your rent Or 3 You meet the income requirements For example a … the income eligibility requirements  Household size Maximum gross monthly income for 2024 1 $3035 2 $3970 3 $4904 4 … example youll need to show where you live such as through a rent receipt or a utility bill and how much money you make …

By Celia Young |June 18, 2024 - 1:30PM
Welcome to Brick Underground’s favorite stories of 2023: Summer edition

… Welcome to our biannual Best of Brick week Over the next five days while some of our … living facility for seniors and our updated guide to rentstabilized apartments We also have comprehensive … articles on moving to New York City landing a nofee rental and what you need to know about the citys new rules …

By Brick Underground |August 21, 2023 - 10:30AM
Here's what you need to know about installing central AC in your NYC brownstone

… central AC is a way to attract or keep tenants in a pricier rental market Adding air conditioning will make the rental more competitive with newer developments You cant … why these lessinvasive options are the default for tenant apartments But they are also catching on with landlords who …

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 27, 2023 - 11:30AM