Section 1147.30 inclusive, shall set forth regulations regarding satellite dish antennas.
A. Ground-Mounted Satellite Dish Antennas.
Ground-mounted satellite dish antennas are considered as accessory structures and are permitted as accessory uses in all districts. However, the applicant shall be required to obtain a permit from the Director of Zoning or his/her authorized representative before constructing a ground mounted satellite dish or any accompanying structures. In addition to the provisions of this Ordinance pertaining to accessory structures, the following provisions shall apply to ground-mounted satellite dishes:
1. The maximum diameter of any ground-mounted satellite dish shall not exceed ten feet (10'), eighteen inches (18") in single family residential zones.
2. The maximum height of any ground-mounted satellite dish shall not exceed twelve feet (12') above the finished grade.
3. The apparatus shall not be located in a side yard or front yard unless reception is not possible by placement of the satellite dish elsewhere on the property and the satellite itself is either:
a. One meter or less in diameter and direct-to-home satellite services are to be provided, or
b. Two meters or less in diameter and located in commercial or industrial areas.
4. The apparatus shall be set back a minimum of six feet (6') from the side and rear yard line unless reception is not possible by placement of the satellite dish elsewhere on the property and the satellite itself is either:
a. One meter or less in diameter and direct-to-home satellite services are to be provided, or
b. Two meters or less in diameter and located in commercial or industrial areas.
5. The apparatus shall not be linked, electronically or physically, to any receiver which is not located on the same lot.
6. Any driving motor shall be limited to one hundred ten (110) volt maximum power and shall be encased in a protective guard.
7. All wiring between the apparatus and any other structure shall be placed underground in approved conduit.
8. All wiring and grounding of the apparatus shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
9. The apparatus shall be anchored in a base sufficient to safely support the unit and shall be bonded to an approved eight foot (8') grounding rod.
B. Roof-Mounted Satellite Dish Antennas.
Roof-mounted satellite dish antennas are considered as accessory structures, and are permitted as accessory uses in all districts. However, the applicant shall be required to obtain a permit from the Director of Zoning or his/her authorized representative before constructing a roof mounted satellite dish. In addition to the provisions of this Ordinance pertaining to accessory structures, the following provisions shall apply to roof-mounted satellite dishes:
1. The maximum diameter of any roof-mounted satellite dish shall not exceed three feet (3').
2. The height of any roof-mounted satellite dish shall not exceed the roof height of the building upon which it is mounted by more than four feet (4') unless reception is not possible by placement of the satellite dish elsewhere on the property and the satellite itself is either:
a. One meter or less in diameter and direct-to-home satellite services are to be provided, or
b. Two meters or less in diameter and located in commercial or industrial areas.
3. All wiring and grounding of the apparatus shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
4. The apparatus, its mounting, and all supporting devices shall be constructed and erected in accordance with Sections 614.0 and 615.0 of the BOCA Basic Building Code, directly upon the roof of the principal building, and shall not be mounted upon a spire, tower, turret, chimney, pole, or any appurtenances thereto attached.
5. The satellite dish apparatus shall be so designed and installed as to withstand wind forces up to seventy-five (75) miles per hour.
C. Permits Required.
Satellite dishes which are three feet (3') or smaller in diameter do not require a permit. Installation or erection of a satellite dish which is larger than three feet (3') in diameter shall not commence before all required licenses and/or permits are obtained.
1. Installation Permits: The lawful installation of a satellite dish requires two (2) permits:
a) An approved Zoning Certificate from the Director of Zoning or his/her authorized representative.
b) For single- and two-family dwellings: An approved Building Permit from the Director of Building.
c) For all other installations, an approved Building Permit from the Hamilton County Building Department.
2. Procedure:
a) The owner of any lot, premises or parcel of land who desires to construct a dish-type satellite receiving antenna on said lot, premises, or parcel of land shall submit a written application for a Zoning Certificate on appropriate forms, including the specified permit fee, to the Director of Zoning or his/her authorized representative.
b) Such application shall include construction drawings showing the exact location, dimensions, and type of the proposed antenna along with the proposed method of installation, and a site plan showing the location of the main building and setbacks.
3. Modifications: If any modifications are made to the station structure, the Director of Zoning or his/her authorized representative and/or the Director of Building shall have the authority to require proof that said change is in conformity with the zoning and building codes.
4. Prohibitions: No dish-type satellite receiving antenna shall be permitted in the Open Area District, except by special approval of the Board of Zoning Appeals.
5. Licensing: The applicant shall submit documentation of any license granted by Federal, State, or local agencies pertaining to the ownership, construction or operation of a dish-type satellite receiving antenna. Also, the name and address of the person or firm certified to construct the proposed earth station shall be submitted.
D. Approval Process.
1. Approval.
a) Applications filed for Ground-Mounted Satellite Dish Antennas (Section 1147.30A.) require approval by the Director of Zoning or his/her authorized representative.
b) Applications filed for Roof-Mounted Satellite Dish Antennas (Section 1147.30B.) require approval by the Board of Zoning Appeals.
c) Upon approval of a Zoning Certificate, an application for a Building Permit for a satellite dish antennae accessory to a single or two-family dwelling shall be submitted to the Director of Building on appropriate forms. All other building permits must be obtained from the Hamilton County Building Department.
d) The issuance of a building permit may require certain modifications as specified by the Director of Building and/or the Hamilton County Building Department, as applicable.
e) No approved ground-mounted or roof-mounted satellite dish antenna may commence operations before the Director of Building has made a final inspection and approved same for operation.
(Ord. 26-18. Passed 7-17-18.)