CELA has completed a legal analysis of the broad authority of the CIty of Hamilton to pass a maximum temperature by-law which would set indoor temperature standards in all rental units. Maximum temperature by-laws are a critical climate justice measure to protect tenants from the serious health impacts of extreme heat, made worse by climate change.
This publication is found on the Canadian Environmental Law Archive website; click here to open it in a new tab.
CELA letter on Legal Jurisdiction for Maximum Temperature By-laws
CELA has completed a legal analysis of the broad authority of the CIty of Hamilton to pass a maximum temperature by-law which would set indoor temperature standards in all rental units. Maximum temperature by-laws are a critical climate justice measure to protect tenants from the serious health impacts of extreme heat, made worse by climate change.
This publication is found on the Canadian Environmental Law Archive website; click here to open it in a new tab.
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CELA Publication Number: 1593
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