The Cost of Good Intentions: Thermal Discomfort in Traditional Public Housing Units With Preset Thermostats

Laurie A. Walker

Housing Policy Debate, 2015, vol. 25, issue 1, 152-178

Abstract: Cold and hot housing environments are known correlates of physical and psychological health conditions, decreased productivity, and issues with quality of life. The purpose of this study is to establish whether the use of preset thermostats creates disproportionate thermal discomfort (a housing unit feeling hot or cold) for people in older housing ( n = 296). In-depth qualitative interviews ( n = 25) elaborate on resident experiences. Implications for evaluation, practice, and policy are discussed.

Date: 2015
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DOI: 10.1080/10511482.2014.924024

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