No building permit shall be granted for satellite antennas in a nonresidential zone unless:
(A) The applicant demonstrates that the intended use is authorized under applicable federal law;
(B) The smallest practical size shall be used for any dish. Such dish shall be of a size no greater than 11 feet in its maximum dimension. Any such dish to be mounted on a roof top shall be reviewed by a licensed engineer or architect. No installation shall exceed the height of any existing structure on the building or surrounding buildings, provided that the overall height of the satellite antenna does not exceed 35 feet from ground to the top of the antenna;
(C) The construction and installation of satellite antennas shall strictly conform to all city ordinances;
(D) Not more than one such satellite antenna may be installed on a single zoning lot;
(E) Where nonresidential property abuts residential property, the antenna location shall comply with the requirements of division (F) below on the abutting side; and
(F) All installations shall exhibit architectural quality, coloration to blend with surroundings and structural integrity. Experimental or temporary installations, inferior materials and questionable stability are not permitted. In every case, the entire installation must be compatible with the character of the surrounding area of the city. Permanent foundations shall be adequate for anticipated wind loads. Electrical connections shall be low voltage direct or pulsed current, except where the device connected is Underwriters Laboratory approved, in which case alternating current will be allowed to code requirements. Consideration shall be given to protection of children as in the case of an attractive nuisance.
(Prior Code, § 9-236) (Ord. 94-11B, passed 4-21-1994)