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What is NYC AC § 20-721?

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This section mandates the commissioner to establish regulations for assessing the cooling capacity rating, wattage rating, and estimated yearly electricity costs for room air conditioners. The procedures may incorporate published electric rates and operational hours deemed reasonable. Applies to entities involved in the regulation of air conditioning units.

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§ 20-721 Regulations.

AC § 20-721

(a)The commissioner shall adopt regulations setting forth procedures for determining the cooling capacity rating, wattage rating and estimated yearly cost of electricity necessary to operate room air conditioners.

(b)In determining procedures for estimating the yearly cost of electricity necessary to operate room air conditioners, the commissioner may use such published electric rate or rates, hours of operation, and average thereof as he or she deems reasonable. Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 1996/059.

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