As mayoral candidates argue over how to rein in New York City’s out-of-control cost of living, you wouldn’t expect the City Council to consider legislation that will drive up rents, slam homeowners’ budgets and give everyday New Yorkers fresh headaches just to benefit special interests.

But that’s exactly what’s about to happen this week, as the council votes on an obscure new law called Intro 429.

Under the guise of improving safety, the council is about to double or triple the cost of replacing major household appliances .

Need a new stove?

A new clothes dryer?

How about a dishwasher or refrigerator?

Get ready to pay a licensed master plumber big bucks — in many cases, more than the cost of the appliance itself — just to hook it up.

Intro 429 has several components, but the on

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