Gil:

I'm a bit confused. Did you rent or buy this place that lacks AC? Either way, I would advise you to check with an attorney who knows about real property law in your state. Here in Oklahoma, a seller would have had a obligation to disclose the lack of AC. And you might have similar rights if you are renting if the landlord represented it as air conditioned. And I'm sure NY has even stricter laws against sellers/landlords.

Thanks, and good luck,
Richard

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