AC Mandate Could Cost Landlords Millions

A new proposal in Spokane could require landlords to provide air conditioning in rental units whenever indoor temperatures pose a health risk. Supporters argue the ordinance is needed to protect tenants during extreme heat events, while opponents warn the mandate could cost landlords thousands of dollars per unit, increase rents, reduce available housing, and place additional strain on Washington's electrical grid. In this episode, The Center Square's Tim Clouser discusses the proposal, the estimated costs for property owners, potential impacts on renters, and why housing groups are raising concerns over another unfunded housing mandate. Featured Topics Spokane air conditioning mandate Spokane landlords Rental housing Housing affordability Washington housing Rental costs Spokane City Council Property rights Tenant protections Washington politics Government mandates The Center Square Subscribe for daily coverage of Washington politics, housing, taxes, public policy, and government accountability from The Center Square. #Spokane #Housing #Landlords #Renters #WashingtonPolitics #HousingCrisis #WashingtonNews #TheCenterSquare #WashingtonInFocus #PropertyRights