Extreme heat facts and tips for coping in Phoenix
Arizona has blistering heat throughout the year. Take a look at the most extreme facts about Phoenix heat and how to deal with the hot temperatures.
Noah Lau, Arizona Republic
- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes demanded that Urban League Manor, a Phoenix senior living facility, repair its air conditioning by July 11, 2025.
- The demand followed reports of inadequate AC during extreme heat, the Attorney’s Office said.
- Arizona landlords were legally required to fix broken AC within five days if temperatures pose a health risk, according to Mayes.
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued a demand letter to a Phoenix senior living facility for not fixing their air conditioning during excessive heat weather.
The letter required Urban League Manor, located near 43rd Avenue and Thomas Road, to fix the air conditioning system for all affected units by 5 p.m. July 11.
“It’s absolutely unacceptable for tenants to go without air-conditioning in the middle of the summer. Our summers get hotter and hotter and hotter — We need to be sending a signal to landlords that they have obligations under the law,” Mayes said in a statement. “And if they break the law, by not upholding their end of the bargain when they took money from tenants to provide safe and livable conditions, including air conditioning, then we are going to come after them.”
The Arizona Republic tried reaching out to Urban League Manor for comment but did not receive an immediate response, as of July 9.
The action followed media reports that senior residents had been without adequate air conditioning during temperatures exceeding 110 degrees, the statement said.
Mayes also encouraged residents at any apartment complex or living facility in Arizona to contact her office and file a complaint if they experience a similar issue.
“I take this issue very seriously,” Mayes said. “We will continue to take action, if necessary, if they don’t come into compliance ASAP.”
The Attorney General’s Office was still investigating the matter and said it could take further legal action if necessary.
What are your rights as a tenant if your AC breaks down?
Arizona landlords must fix a broken AC within five days of written notice if temperatures rise to a level that presents a health and safety risk, according to Mayes’ office. The time frame may be even shorter if the temperature inside the unit is higher than what is allowed by city code.
If your landlord continues to fail to repair the broken AC, you may file a consumer complaint with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. If you need a complaint form sent to you, you can contact the Attorney General’s Office in Phoenix at 602-542-5763, in Tucson at 520-628-6648 or outside the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas at 800-352-8431.