Property Management
In New York City, the 'Housing Maintenance Code' (Administrative Code Title 27) requires landlords to maintain properties at what minimum heat standard during the winter heating season?
A62°F at all times
B68°F between 6am-10pm when outdoor temperature drops below 55°F, and 62°F overnight when outdoor temperature drops below 40°F✓ Correct
C70°F at all times from October through April
DNo specific temperature requirement, just 'adequate heat'
Explanation
NYC's Housing Maintenance Code requires landlords to maintain indoor heat of at least 68°F between 6am and 10pm when outside temperatures fall below 55°F, and at least 62°F between 10pm and 6am when outside temperatures fall below 40°F.
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