

Do you have any power tools with swappable batteries? I got a knockoff DeWalt vacuum for about half the price of an official DeWalt vacuum, and it’s about as powerful. At full charge it’s even as powerful as as my plug in shop vac, and takes the same attachments. It’s become by go-to for picking up small messes and for cleaning my car. I also clean my PC vents and keyboard with it. The same brand also makes a version for Milwaukee and Makita batteries, and you can find something similar for just about any brand of power tools.
https://www.amazon.com/Cordless-Handheld-Electric-Powerful-Filtration/dp/B0CRHF7H7M


Considering they’re in a neighborhood with a HOA, they might have to rake the leaves or get slapped with a fine. Many HOAs are strict about lawns.
Not saying they’re justified in trying to get their neighbors evicted. I’m just playing devil’s advocate here.