New Air Conditioning Law in Austin — What Renters, Landlords, and Anyone Who Owns a Home In Austin City Limits Need to Know Before the July 10, 2025 Mandate
New AC Law For Austin: How to Stay Cool, Stay Legal, and Beat the July 10, 2025 Deadline
Austin passed a new law requiring all residential properties within City of Austin limits to have working air conditioning. Indoor temperatures must stay below 85°F and at least 15°F cooler than outdoor temperatures. The deadline for compliance is July 10, 2025.
What Is The Reason Behind The New Air Conditioning Law?
Act now to stay compliant, stay cool, and avoid penalties.
What the New Law Says (Simple Breakdown)
All habitable spaces must meet cooling standards.
Applies to landlords, rental property managers, and owners of rental homes.
Owner-occupied homes are encouraged to meet these standards, but they are not legally required to comply.
Any AC system qualifies if it meets temperature rules:
Open windows are not allowed.
Systems must be installed and maintained.
Where This New Law Applies (ZIP Codes)
Housing Communities Included (In Austin City Limits):
Zip Code Data:
* Some addresses in 78717 and 78739 may fall outside Austin city limits. To confirm, call 3-1-1 or (512) 974-2000.
Areas Not Automatically Covered (Neighboring Cities/Suburbs):
Important Note: Some addresses may have “Austin” as the mailing city but are outside Austin city limits. Always verify!
How to Verify If Your Home Must Comply
Call 3-1-1 or (512) 974-2000.
And Ask: “Is my address inside the official City of Austin limits for the new AC building code compliance?”
Use the City of Austin GIS Property Map:
https://maps.austintexas.gov/GIS/CouncilDistrictMap/
If you live in an apartment, contact your superintendent, landlord, or property manager directly to confirm that your building is in compliance.
How to Tell if Your Cooling System Is Ready (Checklist)
- Your AC System is less than 8–10 years old.
- Your Air Conditioning Unit keeps indoor temps below 85°F during hot weather.
- You are experiencing no major cooling, cycling, or airflow issues.
- You have already performed your regular spring AC maintenance.
- The Indoor humidity of your home is well controlled.
If you answered “No” to any of these, schedule a system check now.
Special Note for Older Austin Homes
Homes built before 1970 may not support modern HVAC.
Full retrofits can be expensive.
Lower-cost alternative: Schedule a Ductless Mini-Split Consultation.
- Faster install
- Flexible room-by-room cooling
- High efficiency
What Happens If You Wait
- Rising equipment costs (tariffs, shortages).
- Limited consultation/installation service slots as summer heats up.
- Risk of non-compliance and tenant dissatisfaction.
Solution Options with Goettl Austin
→ AC Rejuuuvenation®
Tune-up and deep refresh to maximize cooling performance.
Ensure your system meets compliance standards.
→ System Repair or Replacement
Diagnostics and fast solutions for non-compliant systems.
High-efficiency, energy-saving models available.
→ Ductless Mini-Split Consultation
Lower-cost, fast compliance solution for homes without central HVAC.
→ Smart Sadie® Maintenance Plan
Ongoing maintenance to stay compliant year after year.
Beat the Heat. Beat the Deadline. Stay Compliant.
Book your AC Rejuuuvenation® Today.
Schedule an AC System Compliance Check.
Book a Ductless Mini-Split Consultation.
Enroll in our Smart Sadie® Maintenance Plan.
Call (512) 268-4500 or Schedule Online Now.
Questions about your eligibility? Call City of Austin 3-1-1 or (512) 974-2000 to verify your address today.
