[defrey12]

Originally Posted by ThirdOfFive

Those portable air conditioning units are always an option. They're not tremendously efficient or quiet, and the hot air they produce has to be vented outside through a hose, but they can cool a room sufficiently so that one room would be comfortable. I doubt there's any rule against them as they're not the type that sit in a window.

A portable is “standard equipment” in many Florida homes (ours) just for the reason you state. It WILL keep it cool enough to sleep.

[joelfmi]

I don't think So!

[Ashimp]

Looked it up, section 10 states "No aerials ... nor window air conditioners or irrigation Wells are permitted within the subdivision except as specifically allowed by law"

[Bellavita]

So you are asking someone to turn themselves in?😂😂😂😂😂

[airstreamingypsy]

Use the window a/c until your central a/c is up and running. Only an idiot would turn you in for that, and your main one will be fixed before anyone could do anything.

[ldj1938]

Originally Posted by bsloan1960

I'm told these are not allowed. Has anyone "gotten away with" using one to stay cool waiting for central air to be repaired? Or run one on a generator during a power failure?

Yes
If it's an emergency. Hopefully it's behind a bush or something.

[Driller703]

Originally Posted by bsloan1960

I'm told these are not allowed. Has anyone "gotten away with" using one to stay cool waiting for central air to be repaired? Or run one on a generator during a power failure?

No.

[Nucky]

Have the Capacitor replaced every two or three years and keep an extra one in stock. Watch the guy replace it. It's not too hard if you are inclined to give it a shot in an emergency. Many people have batteries in the thermostat inside the house. These are two simple repairs you may wish to give a shot on your own in an emegency.

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by Driller703

No.

Not accurate. Some people have medical conditions and probably couldn't survive without A/C. Crank it up.

[Malsua]

Just to add on here, a portable one is one that requires you to run a vent out to a window to vent outside.

These produce about 60% of their rated BTU as far as cooling is concerned. This is because the motor is inside, not hanging outside and rattling the neighborhood.

This means if you do get a portable, get the largest one you can find that won't blow your breakers.

A separate mini-split dehumidifier in your closed off lanai area can keep the house tolerable, but you would have to time travel back 6 months to get that installed for right now. Obviously, screened only porches need not apply.

[srpack]

Originally Posted by bsloan1960

I'm told these are not allowed. Has anyone "gotten away with" using one to stay cool waiting for central air to be repaired? Or run one on a generator during a power failure?

Our AC went out first of week. Munn came to the house within an hour but did not have the part and had to be ordered. My husband bought an AC floor unit with tube that goes out the window from BJ's. It worked beautifully. Out AC is now fixed but thankful for the AC floor unit. Now using it on our lanai.

[rjm1cc]

For an emergency I think you would be ok. I would ask if it is ok if the unit was inside your home and only exhausted air through your window with nothing outside the home. Since it is not visible from the outside I would think you do not need approval.

[GizmoWhiskers]

Originally Posted by Keefelane66

There are lots of things Generally not allowed by poor code enforcement, using neighbors to turn each other in anonymously.

Correct, however no longer anonymous. You must give your name.

[Ramone]

Originally Posted by bsloan1960

I'm told these are not allowed. Has anyone "gotten away with" using one to stay cool waiting for central air to be repaired? Or run one on a generator during a power failure?

I've got a little used Toshiba floor model for sale. 4 inch exhaust tube goes out a window.
Used two weeks in my camper when 90 degrees, does well for one room and only 120 volt outlet needed. Sold camper. text if interested - 651-468-6535

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by GizmoWhiskers

Correct, however no longer anonymous. You must give your name.

Well maybe……
From District web page

Q: Do I have to provide my name when submitting a complaint?
A: Each of the District Boards determined that reporting potential violations will be an anonymous complaint system; except for District 5. District 7 only allows one complaint per day from an individual. Please keep in mind that the District is subject to public records law and if you provide an email address, your name, or your home address, staff would be required to disclose that information if requested. The best way to file an anonymous complaint is by telephone.