9288.6. - Same—Development standards.

A.

Lowering device. All amateur radio antennas, capable of a maximum extended height in excess of forty-five (45) feet, with the exception of whip antennas, shall be equipped with a motorized device or mechanical device, capable of lowering the antenna to the maximum permitted height when not in operation.

B.

Permitted height.

(1)

The height of an antenna shall be measured from the finished grade at the point the mast touches, or if extended would touch, the ground.

(2)

When in operation, no part of any amateur radio antenna, may extend to a height of more than sixty-five (65) feet above the finished grade of the site on which the antenna is installed.

(3)

When not in operation, no part of any amateur radio antenna, excepting whip antennas, shall extend to a height of more than forty (40) feet measured above the finished grade of the site on which the antenna is installed or ten (10) feet above the highest point of the roof if mounted on a building.

C.

Number of support structures permitted. One (1) ground mounted amateur radio antenna support structure shall be permitted on each building site.

D.

Siting/setbacks. The antenna structure shall be located on the site in a manner which will minimize the extent to which the structure is visible to nearby residents and members of the general public. No portion of any antenna, antenna structure or mast shall be located in the area between the front property line and the house. All ground mounted antenna support structures shall be located in the buildable area of the lot.

E.

Safety/radio frequency interference. All antenna structures shall meet minimum standards of the Uniform Building Code, National Electrical Code, and the manufacturer's installation specifications. Every antenna must be adequately grounded.

F.

Colors. Antenna support structures and appurtenant structural surfaces shall have subdued colors which blend with surroundings.

(Ord. No. 235, § 1, 8-4-93)