[ale] OT: Comcast and digital TV

Robert Reese~ ale at sixit.com
Thu Apr 2 12:58:23 EDT 2009


>> Can't put an antenna on the roof here, HOA covenants...  I was
>> hoping to put one in the attic though. Let me know how it goes
>> for you once you get it there?
>>
>>
> Geoffrey,
>
> According to this a covenant can not prevent you from putting up an
> antenna of OTA reception.
>
> Q: My Homeowners association prohibits antennas on the roof, what
> can I do? http://www.solidsignal.com/antennas/antenna_faqs.asp
>
> A: Show them the Federal law concerning antennas, homeowners and
> their rights. In 1996, The FCC affirmed the rights of homeowners to
> place antennas on property they own or control.* Check out the FCC
> ruling here: http://www.fcc.gov/mb/facts/otard.html. The law
> basically states that homeowner association covenants cannot
> prevent you from installing antennas or dishes. The rule "prohibits
> restrictions that impair the installation, maintenance or use of
> antennas used to receive video programming."
> *Masts higher than 12 feet above the roofline may be subject to
> local permitting requirements.
>
>
> Preemption of Restrictions on Placement of Direct Broadcast
> Satellite, Broadband Radio Service, and Television Broadcast
> Antennas
> http://www.fcc.gov/mb/facts/otard.html


IANAL, but I read the same thing and agree with Keith.  It is my understanding 
from it that the HOA can take their covenants regarding the antennae and 
shove it someplace it can't be seen by other homeowners.

Robert~




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