Do a search for antenna or OTA channels. Install a roof antenna.

We got a package from Spectrum that gives Internet plus a dozen “regular” cable channels like ESPN using the Spectrum app on the smart TV . So still no cable box.

Is there a Villages Cord Cutters Club?

Well all 3 of my "kids" (in their 40's 50's now) were Cesarean. Back then the docs would not let the father go into the op room. That said, I can't comment on the topic.

But, considering the age of couples in TV, why would the Op want to know about a club as that???

The FCC page on OTA Devices Rule has a useful Q and A section. Search for the question that begins:

Q: What restrictions prevent reception of transmission of an acceptable quality signal? Can a homeowners association or other restricting entity establish enforceable preferences for antenna locations?

A: Enforceable placement preferences must be clearly articulated in writing and made available to all residents of the community in question. ...

The ARC CAN block locating it from where it works *best*. What they cannot do is block locating it from where it works *acceptably*.

FAUSE! Read the federal law. The FCC law clearly states a CCD, HMO, ect cannot forbid nor require pre-approval for an antenna or dish use for OTA television. The FCC has examples such as a dish on the front roof where they tried to fine a homeowner. The homeowner sent the information to the FCC and the HMO lost. Just follow the FCC rules and there is nothing “community standards" can do.

If you don’t mind paying $50 for two 1-hour sessions, there is a very informative class (A Roadmap for Cutting the Cord) offered by the enrichment academy that walks you through the whole process. I don’t see one coming up soon, but you can call Tony Crawford at 352-321-7845 for info.

I didn't say you couldn't put up an Antenna to receive OTA TV signals. I suggested it's not in keeping with the community standards of The Villages, as proven by the Developer's attempt to prohibit it.

There are many things that are "legal", but not in keeping with the standards a community would like to maintain.

.... like not putting clothes-lines in yards.

Some folks, just don't care if their neighborhood looks like a ghetto ... most do.

It may be best to have a professional installer. We live in a fringe area so it is important to get a good high antenna for best reception. As you said. The FCC law states they have the requirements for antenna & installation placement for OTA, not a developer. HOWEVER, installers don’t usually ground the coax nor the mask as required by code. I ended up grounding myself as it is easy to google the grounding requirements. You can talk to the installer beforehand. But get the full price as they like to give a base price but upgrade when they come to your home, which they know you needed in the first price.

“Community Standards" has no power over the law like placement of an OTA tv antenna as stated in the FCC law. Just follow the law.

The FCC *does* allow some placement restrictions. See the FCC page linked in post #44.

You mentioned the Paramount channel. I have Paramount+ not Paramount. I was wondering if you get the local CBS Orlando station on Paramount?? Thanks in advance.

We're talking apples and oranges.

You're talking about "The Villages Community Standards", I'm talking about "community standard" as it applies to most every non-ghetto community.

Apparently some folks think The Villages should have no community standards, particularly folks who sell things, that are likely to diverge from what most folks think is appropriate.

We watch a variety of Fox news channels on Tubi. (Orlando, Tampa, Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles, New York...) We switch cities depending on current events. For example: watching news about wild fires is better on the Los Angeles, immigration better on Texas channels, riots better on Chicago station etc. If we are planning to travel, we watch weather info that is broadcast from that city. We use Fox news every day. Tubi is a FREE app.

On paramount, we have had no
problems getting CBS national news. Local CBS is hit or miss. During a hurricane, Orlando and Tampa usually air without interference.

I do not watch much TV. Hubby likes to watch sports occasionally. Maybe, another poster can provide more info about streaming local news.

Thanks to the OP who posted about Walmart. Paramount is included with the $12.95 monthly fee for deliveries. We only pay $4.99/ month for Paramount, but a penny saved is a penny earned.

Disagree, your opinion does not override the rights of the public but if you feel so strongly about it, send letters to congress to change the law.

I just don't think it's a very attractive "look", but you and your customers are surely entitled to disagree.

You are misinformed, I have no customers & do not install antennas. So you are going to write Congress to change the law?

I’m too old try cut cord of wood….so that’s no go club for me…:throwtomatoes:

It’s know fact only certain restrictions are enforced.

No, I'm not "misinformed".

& there's no changing of the law that's going to happen, anytime soon.

One can only hope that residents of The Villages show a little class and not transform every neighborhood into a ghetto.

Antennas on roofs, cars parked in the street or in driveways, "give aways" at the end of driveways, renting out individual rooms. About the only thing missing, is a car "up on blocks" and a stovepipe, coming out the back door.

Well might as get use to antennas cause there NOTHING villages or residents can do about it. Besides who goes around looking up at roofs? Want see something trashy look up at solar panels. But just like your opinion mine don’t count either.

It's not going to happen, because it's simply not practical.

If it was practical and save money, most every home in America would have a TV antenna.

OTA TV has gone the way of running boards, root beer & babydoll pajamas ... or if you prefer, Ice Men, coal deliveries and the Knife Sharpening Truck.