Residents are allowed to install window air conditioners. These may be left in place between May 1st and October 31st. Installation must comply with the policies below.
By Wednesday June 22nd, 2016, please evaluate the conditions of all air conditioner units installed throughout your community. Issue Air Conditioner notices where necessary. And, include a summary of the notices delivered and the responses received in your June 30, 2016, Monthly Manager Report.
All households utilizing window air conditioner units should be adhering to the following policies:
- Air conditioner units must be in good working order
- Installations are limited to through-the-window air conditioner units only
- Must be installed with clear Plexiglas panels and clear caulking
- Must be installed properly in the window with the use of exterior metal brackets only without causing damage to the building
- Must be 120 volt only
- Must use existing house wiring
- Must not overload circuit
- Air conditioner units cannot be installed by maintenance personnel
- Residents are responsible for the storage of the air conditioner units when not in season
- For HUD properties, if a room only has one window, a window air conditioner unit cannot be installed as it represents an egress issue.
Please reach out to your supervisor if you have any questions.