PHOENIX — Arizona law classifies air conditioning as an essential service that landlords must maintain for tenants’ safety and comfort, especially during the intense summer heat.
Property owners are legally required to provide functioning cooling systems, and local city codes often specify minimum temperature standards that must be met inside rental units. If a unit’s air conditioning fails, landlords must act quickly to repair it.
Tenants are encouraged to report issues promptly and document all communication with their landlord. In extreme cases, renters may have legal options if repairs aren’t made in a timely manner.
