SATELLITE DISH RULES AND
REGULATIONS
1. The
Architectural Control Committee will review all satellite dishes on a case-by
case basis.
2. All satellite dishes will be mounted with brackets in such a way that it does not damage the chimney or roof.
3. Installer of satellite dish must submit planned location of dish and wiring plan.
4. Once an installation is approved, the Association’s management company will be notified of the installation date and time.
5. All installers must provide proof of liability and workman’s compensation insurance to the Association’s management company prior to any work being initiated. The minimum required limits are $1,000.000 general liability and statutory limit on workman’s compensation. Improper installation could cause damage to structures, posing a potential safety hazard to
the residents and personnel of the Association.
6. Installation of transmission only antennas is prohibited.
7. Satellite dishes over one meter on diameter are prohibited.
8. All antennas not covered by the new FCC Rule are prohibited.
9. Not more than one antenna for each type of service may be installed per unit.
10. All completed installations must be
inspected by a Town and Country Village Association designated inspector
through the Architectural Control Committee. Should the inspection require
additional expertise, the homeowner requesting installation shall pay the cost
of such additional inspection.
11. All dish installations are subject to a $100 Revocable license.
12. All dishes, once installed will remain installed and may not be removed, except at the direction of the Association.
13. All dishes, once installed will be tagged with identification as to which unit that dish is servicing.
14. All satellite dish installations are to be completed so as not to cause damage whatsoever. If increased maintenance or damage occurs, the owners of the unit for which the satellite dish was installed are responsible for all such costs.
15. Owners
who install or maintain antennas are responsible for all associated costs,
including but not limited to:
a. Place (or replace), repair, maintain and move or remove antennas;
b. Repair damage to any property caused by antenna installation, maintenance or use;
c. Pay medical expenses incurred by persons injured by antenna installation, maintenance or use;
d. Reimburse residents or the Association for damage caused by antenna installation, maintenance or use;
e. Restore antenna installation sites to their original condition.
16. Owners
shall not permit their antennas to fall into disrepair or to become a safety
hazard
17. Owners shall be responsible for antenna maintenance, repair, replacement and the correction of any safety hazard.
18. Any maintenance to the dish or due to the dish installation requires notification to the management company.
19. If antennas become detached, owners shall remove or repair such detachment within 72 hours of the detachment. If the detachment threatens safety, the Association may remove the antennas at the expense of the owner.
20. Owners shall be responsible for the antenna repainting or replacement of the deteriorated ace of the antennas.
21. If maintenance of the building requires removal of the antennas, the Owners shall be responsible for all such costs.
22. Antennas shall be painted to match the color of the structure to which they are installed.
23. Exterior antenna wiring shall be installed so as to be minimally visible.
24. If these rules are violated, the Association, after notice and opportunity to be heard, may bring action for declaratory relief with the FCC or any court of competent jurisdiction. If the court of FCC determines that the Association rule is enforceable, a fine of $50 shall be imposed by the Association for each length of time, additional fines of $10 per day will be imposed for each day that the violation continues. To the extent permitted by laws and/or the governing documents, the Association shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees, cost and expenses incurred in the enforcement of this policy.
25. If the antenna installation poses a serious, immediate safety hazard, the Association may seek injunctive relief to prohibit the installation or seek removal of the installation.
26. If any provision is ruled invalid, the remainder of these rules shall remain in full force and effect.
27. Placement of dish BELOW FENCE LINE is acceptable. The top of the dish may not extend above the top of fence. Installation remains the same using mounting brackets. Declaration of Covenants, Article II, (F), page 5.
28. Mount brackets ( NO PENETRATION INTO CHIMMEY SURFACE) securely to chimney to prevent any damage to the roof and to avoid any leaks.
Revised 03/08/01 slh
Address of Requested Installation: ___________________________
Date: _______Signature of Architectural Member: ______________
Date: _______Company installing: ___________________________
Signature of installer: __________________ __________________
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