What are a landlord's responsibilities when providing heat during Heat Season?

Question: What are a landlord's responsibilities when providing heat during Heat Season?

Answer:

During the day (6 a.m. through 10 p.m.), if the outside temperature falls below 55 degrees, the inside temperature must be at least 68 degrees.

At night (10 p.m. through 6 a.m.), if the outside temperature falls below 40 degrees, the inside temperature must be at least 55 degrees.

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