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Owner FAQ #13: Can I have an air conditioner?

Yes, if it complies with Bylaw -9-“... Altering Exterior View” (1) (h) for Installation of an air conditioning unit visible from the exterior of a strata lot.

In practice, this means a portable one can be used without strata permission as long as it does not obviously show the input & exhaust ports except through an existing window or patio door opening. Consult with council first!


Dual hose portable air conditioners:
Pros: More efficient, cools the room faster and more evenly.
Cons: More expensive, can be difficult to install.

Single hose portable air conditioners:
Pros: Easier to install, budget-friendly.
Cons: Less efficient than dual hose models

Exterior window mounted AC units are doable with restrictions:

  1. Must be manufacturer rated at a noise level that is 55 decibels or lower.
  2. Only one AC exterior mounted unit is allowed per townhouse, preferably on the top floor.
  3. No mounting screws or fasteners into exterior surfaces to prevent water envelope damage
  4.  No permanent mount, only temporary installation between April 1st and October 1st.

Click here to apply for the installation of an exterior window mounted AC unit.