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Building at Riverfront Towers without full A/C for over a month, city issuing tickets after expired notice
By Kyla Russell at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 19, 2026
· 3 min read
One tower at a downtown apartment complex, Riverfront Towers, is sweating through summer without full, working A/C. Residents say it’s been nearly two months.Now, Local 4 is learning the city is stepping in, trying to bring some relief to residents of Tower 100 at Riverfront Towers. The city tell...
Key takeaway Now, Local 4 is learning the city is stepping in, trying to bring some relief to residents of Tower 100 at Riverfront Towers.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The city's decision to issue tickets to the owner of Riverfront Towers' Tower 100 comes as a crucial step in addressing the prolonged lack of full air conditioning for its residents. With Detroit 's summer heat posing a significant threat to the health and well-being of residents, particularly seniors and those with medical conditions, the city's intervention is timely. The fact that some residents are resorting to installing portable air conditioning units or recommending that others put their rent money in escrow underscores the desperation of the situation. As the city continues to take action, it will be important to monitor how the owner responds to these measures and whether the necessary repairs are made to restore full air conditioning to the building. The impact of this situation extends beyond the residents of Tower 100, as it reflects on the city's ability to ensure that its residents have access to basic amenities, particularly in buildings where they pay a premium to live.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? One tower at a downtown apartment complex, Riverfront Towers, is sweating through summer without full, working A/C. Residents say it’s been nearly two months.Now, Local 4 is learning the city is stepping in, trying to bring some relief to residents of Tower 100 at Riverfront Towers. The city tell...
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