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Boudicca 06-28-2015 08:38 PM

Not Visibile Window A/C Unit
 
Do I remember correctly, that the rules about portable window a/c units were relaxed? I think a window unit is permitted if it is concealed from view and only allowed in the rear of the house?

Villager Joyce 06-29-2015 06:53 AM

I don't know about window air conditioners but we have had great luck with a portable that vents through the window.

villagetinker 06-29-2015 07:37 AM

I would suggest calling ARC, as I would be surprised if the rules were relaxed. Also, this might not apply to all VCDDs. It will interesting to see what you find out.

Sandtrap328 06-29-2015 07:45 AM

Village Tinker is right. One simple call to Community Standards at 352-751-3912 would give you the right answer. As good as intentions are from TOTV members, it is always the best idea to get the information direct from the source.

Villager Joyce 06-29-2015 07:53 AM

IF knowing what you are talking about is a requirement, then they need to shut TOTV down. (This is my attempt at humor.). This site runs on heard it from a friend, who heard it from a friend.

dewilson58 06-29-2015 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Villager Joyce (Post 1080251)
IF knowing what you are talking about is a requirement, then they need to shut TOTV down. (This is my attempt at humor.). This site runs on heard it from a friend, who heard it from a friend.

I heard window a/c units are okay as long as they are blue in color.

CFrance 06-29-2015 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by shrandell (Post 1080155)
Do I remember correctly, that the rules about portable window a/c units were relaxed? I think a window unit is permitted if it is concealed from view and only allowed in the rear of the house?

I'm curious, Shrandell. Do you need one to supplement your whole-house a/c, or something else?

Sandtrap328 06-29-2015 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Villager Joyce (Post 1080251)
IF knowing what you are talking about is a requirement, then they need to shut TOTV down. (This is my attempt at humor.). This site runs on heard it from a friend, who heard it from a friend.

Your post made me laugh out loud - while drinking coffee!

jnieman 06-29-2015 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Villager Joyce (Post 1080251)
IF knowing what you are talking about is a requirement, then they need to shut TOTV down. (This is my attempt at humor.). This site runs on heard it from a friend, who heard it from a friend.

So true. You pretty much have to go with what the majority says on here and discard the others.

OldManTime 06-29-2015 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by shrandell (Post 1080155)
Do I remember correctly, that the rules about portable window a/c units were relaxed? I think a window unit is permitted if it is concealed from view and only allowed in the rear of the house?

That is just a rumor, they are not allowed.

red tail 06-29-2015 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by OldManTime (Post 1080268)
That is just a rumor, they are not allowed.

in district 1 they are allowed in all villas except one.....

http://www.districtgov.org/departmen...ict1_Rules.pdf

dbussone 06-29-2015 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by jnieman (Post 1080264)
So true. You pretty much have to go with what the majority says on here and discard the others.

Or is it the other way around? I really haven't been able to pick up a pattern, so I vote for "hit or miss."

Boudicca 06-29-2015 09:21 AM

Lots of good, and amusing responses. I would prefer a MUCH colder bedroom, without freezing us out of the remainder of the house. We have an At Ease cottage. Husband lives in sweats, and even a sweater, while I am in tank top and shorts... sigh.

dewilson58 06-29-2015 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by shrandell (Post 1080295)
Lots of good, and amusing responses. I would prefer a MUCH colder bedroom, without freezing us out of the remainder of the house. We have an At Ease cottage. Husband lives in sweats, and even a sweater, while I am in tank top and shorts... sigh.

Opposites attract..............I want the bedroom freezing and my brides has six layers on.

Halibut 06-29-2015 10:16 AM

Check your own deed for the restrictions; they can be different from village to village.

I installed a mini split/ductless unit in the bedroom for the same reason as shrandell.

Boudicca 06-29-2015 10:17 AM

Window unit would have helped. Guess we could close a few vents elsewhere in the house

villagetinker 06-29-2015 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by shrandell (Post 1080326)
Window unit would have helped. Guess we could close a few vents elsewhere in the house

Be very careful closing vents to cool another room. Back up North, my neighbor did just that. He ended up with black mold in the AC due to restricted air flow and excessive moisture build up. Then the unit actually froze, which in turn did more damage....result the AC was totaled and required complete replacement of the AC and all of the duct work.

Check with your AC vendor before closing down on the vents, these units are designed for a specific air flow that goes with the size (aka tonnage) of the unit.
Hope this helps.

tippyclubb 06-29-2015 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by shrandell (Post 1080326)
Window unit would have helped. Guess we could close a few vents elsewhere in the house

You can also use an in room portable A/C unit. Our son uses one in his bedroom up north and they work well. You can buy one at Home Depot, Lowes, or on line.

justjim 06-29-2015 05:38 PM

Portable inside unit
 
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Originally Posted by tippyclubb (Post 1080544)
You can also use an in room portable a/c unit. Our son uses one in his bedroom up north and they work well. You can buy them on line.

A portable floor room unit will work well. AC unit in the window would be difficult to hide. On the historical side of TV I saw one in the floor, of course, they had a crawl space.

Boudicca 06-29-2015 08:37 PM

Thank you for some good suggestions. I may go the portable unit as tonight is typical. I am wearing shorts and tank top, husband in long pants, socks, shoes, shirt and sweater........... :( BTW, its 78 degrees in the living room

queasy27 06-29-2015 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by shrandell (Post 1080636)
Thank you for some good suggestions. I may go the portable unit as tonight is typical. I am wearing shorts and tank top, husband in long pants, socks, shoes, shirt and sweater........... :( BTW, its 78 degrees in the living room

Oy, shrandell, I feel for you. A friend keeps her place at 82 degrees in the summer and I just can't stay there longer than 30 minutes without sweat starting to bead up on my face. She doesn't have ceiling fans, either, because they make her too chilly.

My ex-husband called me The Furnace because I give off so much body heat while sleeping. I'm the fool you see in February wearing shorts and sandals when it's 50 degrees out.

BobnBev 06-30-2015 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by shrandell (Post 1080636)
Thank you for some good suggestions. I may go the portable unit as tonight is typical. I am wearing shorts and tank top, husband in long pants, socks, shoes, shirt and sweater........... :( BTW, its 78 degrees in the living room

Has he had any recent blood work?
Sounds like he could be anemic.
Just sayin------

looneycat 06-30-2015 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by BobnBev (Post 1080678)
Has he had any recent blood work?
Sounds like he could be anemic.
Just sayin------

funny you should say that, my hemoglobin is typically low from all the immunosuppressants I take to prevent organ rejection....small price to pay but I always feel like I've got 1 foot in the 'freezer'.

BobnBev 06-30-2015 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by looneycat (Post 1080729)
funny you should say that, my hemoglobin is typically low from all the immunosuppressants I take to prevent organ rejection....small price to pay but I always feel like I've got 1 foot in the 'freezer'.

Better than 1 foot on a banana peel.....lol

Seriously, what kind of organ transplant and how long ago. Your MD might be able to cut back on the meds.

PM me if you don't want to post any info here.

dave from deland 06-30-2015 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by dewilson58 (Post 1080259)
I heard window a/c units are okay as long as they are blue in color.

....and only used on Thursday's when the moon is full.


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