DISH: That part of a satellite signal receiving antenna characteristically shaped like a saucer or dish.
DISH TYPE SATELLITE SIGNAL RECEIVING ANTENNAS OR EARTH STATIONS OR GROUND STATIONS: Shall mean one, or a combination of two (2) or more of the following:
(A) A signal receiving device (antenna, dish antenna or dish type antenna), the purpose of which is to receive communication or other signals from satellites in earth orbit and other extraterrestrial sources.
(B) A low noise amplifier (LNA) which is situated at the focal point of the receiving component and the purpose of which is to magnify, store, transfer and/or transmit electronic or light signals.
(C) A coaxial cable the purpose of which is to carry or transmit said signals to a receiver.
GROUNDING ROD: A metal pole permanently positioned in the earth to serve as an electrical conductor through which electrical current may safely pass and dissipate.
RECEIVER: A television set or radio receiver.
For purposes of this chapter, a "dish type satellite signal receiving antenna" shall be considered to be a structure under the definitions of the Zoning Code for the Village of St. Joseph (title 10, chapter 2 of this Code). (Ord. 2017-3, 3-28-2017)