(A) Definition. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA SYSTEMS. Dish shaped antennas designed to receive microwave transmissions from satellites in earth’s orbit, primarily for television broadcasting.
(B) Accessory use. Satellite dish antennas shall be permitted as an accessory use in all zone districts, and are subject to requirements as follows.
(1) (a) In residential districts ground-mounted satellite dishes shall be limited to rear yard areas or the rearward portion of the lot or parcel.
(b) No part of the satellite dish shall be closer than five feet to the rear or side lot line.
(2) Ground-mounted satellite dishes shall be limited to a maximum diameter of ten feet or less.
(3) (a) Roof-mounted satellite dishes shall be located on the rearward portion of the roof as viewed from the front yard and shall not exceed five feet above the highest roof peak of the principal structure.
(b) Roof installations shall be mounted in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and be properly secured to prevent damage from wind and snow loads.
(c) The proper and secure installation of the unit is the sole responsibility of the property owner or individuals performing the installation.
(d) The village, by authorizing the installation by means of a building permit, does in no way, shape or form attest to the soundness of the installation and compliance with manufacturers recommendations.
(Ord. 976-88, passed 9-19-1988)