These are the antenna installation guidelines / rules adopted by the Board of Directors.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about how this process applies to you and your property, please contact the Board for additional help.  Please note that satellite antennas typically cannot provide reception to more than one T.V. set.  Additional equipment may be required to get reception on more than one television in your unit.  Per our insurance agent/lawyer you would be liable for any damages caused by your dish up to the amount of the deductible, at which time the HOA's deductible would be met and the HOA's policy would take effect.  Any installation must be in compliance with the manufacturers'  instructions, applicable safety codes, and Association rules.  Antenna dish owners will be liable for any personal injury, property damage, and voiding of warranties that occur due to the antenna installation.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Satellite dish antennas cannot exceed one meter in diameter.
• Location of the dish is to be worked out between the installer and our Property Manager.
• Before installing any antenna you will need to contact the Property Manager to obtain permission.  The installer and the Property Manager will schedule a meeting (within 7 days) at a mutually convenient time to determine the best location for your antenna.
• All cable/wires connecting the antenna to the building are to be buried.
• Entry points into units are to be weather caulked and watertight.
• Cables/wires running along portions of building are to be painted to match the building colors and secured to the building.
• Satellite dishes are not to be mounted anywhere on the building (portable station are available, contact the HOA for information on approved devices) nor shall they be placed in front of buildings.
• No trees are to be removed.
• Dishes should not obstruct views from any deck or patio.
• The HOA does not assume any responsibility with regard to damage a dish may incur through daily maintenance or landscape work.
• An owner may install no more than one antenna of each provider.  Presently we are being told that one dish can handle up to 12 customers.  Therefore if a dish is already installed (and provided the carrier is the same company) the Association requires the homeowner to hook up to the existing antenna.  (This will reduce the number of antennas in the complex).
• Trucks are not permitted on grass areas.
• Owners are responsible for all costs associated with antennas, including but not limited to:
  • Repair, replace, maintain, move and/or remove antennas.
  • Repair damage to common property, all lots, vehicles, and any othe damage by antenna installing maintenance or use.
  • Pay medical expenses incurred for injuries by antenna installation, maintenance, or use.
  • Reimburse residents of Association for damages caused by antenna installation, maintenance or use.
  • A qualified, insured specialist would make installation
  • All installations shall be completed so they do not damage the common areas of the Association or the lot of any resident or void any warranties of the Association or other owners, or in any way impair the integrity of buildings or common areas or lots.
  • Maintenance:
    • Owners shall not permit their antennas to fall into disrepair or become safety hazards.
    • Owners shall be responsible for antenna maintenance and repair.
    • Owners shall be responsible for repairing and replacing exterior surfaces which deteriorate due to antennas.

Safety:           Antennas shall be installed and secured in a manner that complies with all applicable city and state laws and regulations and manufacturers instructions.  The owner will provide the Board, prior to installation, a copy of any applicable governmental permits, if any are necessary.

• Unless the above cited laws and regulations require greater separation, antennas shall not be placed where they come in contact with electrical power lines hook ups.  Before installation, the utilities (water/sewer/electric) will be consulted by the installer to determine proper location and required distance for burying cables/lines and installing dish platforms.
• All installations must comply with all applicable codes.
• In order to prevent electrical and fire damage, antennas shall be permanently and effectively grounded.
• Owners must not install antennas in a manner that will result in increased maintenance costs for the Association or for other residents.  If such cost occurs, owners will be responsible for any damage to the antenna.
• If maintenance requires antenna removal, the Association shall provide owners with a 10-day written notice.  Owners shall be responsible for removing the antennas before maintenance begins.  If he owners do not remove the antenna by the required time, the HOA may do so at the owners expense.  The Association is not responsible for any damage to the antenna.
• Renters may not install antennas without the written consent of the homeowner, a written copy of which must be filed with the Board.

Notification Process:

Any owner desiring to install an antenna must complete a notification form and submit it to the Board for review (Property MAnager).  If the installation is routine, conforms to all the above rules and guidelines established here, with the location approved by both the installer and the architectural director, the installation may begin immediately.

Enforcements:

A fine can and will be imposed by the HOA for the violations.  To the extent permitted by the law, the HOA shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees, costs and expenses incurred in the enforcement of this policy.  Additionally, if the antenna installation poses a serious and immediate safety hazard, the HOA may seek injunctive relief to prohibit or seek removal of the installation.

Serviceability:

If any provision is ruled invalid, the remainder of these rules shall remain in full force and effect.

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