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Chapter 18.60 — NONCOMMERCIAL ANTENNAS

Palos Verdes Estates Municipal Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-09-27 · Palos Verdes Estates

§ 18.60.010. Satellite dishes.

  • A. The purposes of this section are as follows:

    1. To recognize that satellite dishes create different and more extensive visual impacts than other antennas because of their bulk, diameter, surface area, opaqueness, mobility and eye level installation;

    2. To provide standards that address the different and more extensive visual impacts created by satellite dishes in order to:

      • a. Conserve and preserve the unique views of the city and develop regulations that encourage view preservation,

      • b. Preserve and protect the unique semirural and open character of the community and overall aesthetic and visual qualities of the city, and

      • c. Conserve, protect and enhance the natural resources, beauty and open space of the community for the benefit and enjoyment of its residents of the entire region.

  • B. A satellite dish located in any zoning district which is two feet or less in diameter shall not require approval by the planning director or a building permit. A satellite dish located in any commercial zoning district which is six feet or less in diameter shall not require approval by the planning director or a build-ing permit. This exemption shall not apply to satellite dishes located on a mast which is greater than twelve feet in height. Freestanding masts are measured from existing adjacent grade. Masts located on a building are measured from the point where the mast meets the roof surface.

  • C. Except for satellite dishes determined to be exempt pursuant to subsection B of this section, approval from the planning director shall be required prior to the placement or installation of any satellite dish. Application for approval shall be made upon an application form provided by the city and shall be accompanied by the following:

    1. A plot plan of the lot, premises or parcel of land, showing the exact location of the proposed satellite dish, and exact location and dimensions of all buildings, parking lots, walkways, trash enclosures, and property lines.

    2. A radius map and a certified list of the names and addresses of all property owners within three hundred feet of the exterior boundaries of the property involved, as shown on the latest assessment roll of the county assessor.

    3. Building elevations and roof plan (for building- and/or rooftop-mounted facilities) indicating exact location and dimensions of satellite dish. For freestanding satellite dishes, indicate surrounding grades, structures, and landscaping from all sides.

    4. A fee, as established by resolution of the city council.

  • D. Except for antennas determined to be exempt pursuant to subsection B of this section, one master satellite dish shall be allowed in a multiple-family development with two or more dwelling units, upon approval of a conditional use permit pursuant to Chapter 17.20

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City of Palos Verdes Estates, CA § 18.60.010

PALOS VERDES ESTATES CODE

§ 18.60.010

PVEMC.

  • E. The planning director shall approve or conditionally approve any application for installation of a satellite dish, if the director finds as follows:

    1. The satellite dish is no greater than twelve feet in diameter;

    2. The satellite dish is no greater than sixteen feet in height, as measured from the point at which the dish’s foundation meets grade to the highest point of the dish;

    3. The satellite dish is not located on the roof of a single-family residence or accessory structure, unless:

      • a. The applicant submits a report from a qualified technician, describing the signal reception capabilities of the proposed satellite dish from alternative locations on the subject property, which demonstrates to the satisfaction of the director that no reasonable alternative location is available that would provide reasonable signal reception on the subject property at a height of sixteen feet or less or not on a roof,

      • b. The satellite dish does not significantly impair a view from any adjacent property and is sub-stantially screened from view from any adjacent property, including any adjacent public or private street or sidewalk; provided, that such screening does not preclude reasonable reception,

      • c. The overall height of the satellite dish does not exceed the maximum ridge line of the roof of the primary structure on the property, and

      • d. The satellite dish is painted to match the color of the roof it is located on;

    4. The satellite dish is substantially screened from view from any adjacent properties and any adjacent public or private street or sidewalk. The method of screening may include landscaping, fences or walls as permitted by Chapter 18.32 PVEMC;

    5. The satellite dish is constructed using standard colors and in a manner that blends with its surroundings;

    6. The satellite dish is not installed on a slope of thirty-five percent or more;

    7. No portion of the satellite dish is located within any required setback. However, the satellite dish may be located in a rear or side setback if the applicant submits a report from a qualified technician, describing signal reception capabilities of the proposed satellite dish from alternative locations on the subject property, which demonstrates to the satisfaction of the director that no reasonable alternative location is available that would provide reasonable signal reception on the subject property. If placement in the rear or side yard is approved, a minimum setback of three feet from the adjacent property line is required. In addition, the satellite dish shall be substantially screened from view from any adjacent properties and any adjacent public or private street or sidewalk. No portion of the satellite dish may be located within any front yard area;

    8. Only one satellite dish is permitted per lot;

    9. The satellite dish is not used as a sign for any commercial establishment;

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City of Palos Verdes Estates, CA

ZONING REGULATIONS

§ 18.60.010

§ 18.60.020

  1. All wires from satellite dishes shall be placed underground where feasible.

  • F. Notice of the planning director’s decision shall be given to the property owner, all owners of adjacent properties, and any person specifically requesting such notice.

  • G. Within fifteen days of the notice of the decision, the applicant or any interested person may appeal the planning director’s decision to the planning commission. Notice of the appeal hearing shall be given to the property owner, all owners of adjacent properties, and any person specifically requesting such notice at least fifteen days prior to the hearing date. The planning commission shall conduct a hearing in accordance with PVEMC § 17.04.100. The determination of the planning commission shall be final.

  • H. All satellite dishes shall conform to the requirements of this section. Satellite dishes for which prior approval was granted by the city shall be made to conform to the provisions of this section within five years from the date written notice is mailed to the property owner. Satellite dishes which have been installed without prior approval from the city shall be brought into conformance with the requirements of this section within ninety days of the date written notice is mailed to the property owner.

  • (Ord. 700 § 2 (Exh. 1), 2012)

§ 18.60.020. Amateur radio antennas.

  • A. This section regulates noncommercial amateur radio antennas that exceed fifteen feet in height and are affixed to real property or are located on vehicles parked on lots.

  • B. Freestanding antennas are measured from existing adjacent grade. Antennas located on a building or vehicle are measured from the point where the structure meets the roof surface. The height of the antenna assembly includes the antenna support structure and is the maximum to which it is capable of being extended.

  • C. The erection or replacement of amateur radio antenna assemblies shall be reviewed by the planning director. The director shall deny the permit if the application is incomplete, or the application does not adequately mitigate the proposed antenna’s adverse impact on the health, safety or welfare of the community, including, without limitation, adverse aesthetic impacts arising from the antenna design or location. The amateur radio antenna shall be substantially screened from view from any adjacent property, including any adjacent public or private street or sidewalk; provided, that such screening does not preclude reasonable reception. Any antenna approved pursuant to this section cannot be located in any front yard area and shall not be used for commercial purposes.

  • (Ord. 700 § 2 (Exh. 1), 2012)

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City of Palos Verdes Estates, CA § 18.64.010

ZONING REGULATIONS

§ 18.64.030

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Palos Verdes Estates Municipal Code
  1. Title 1
  2. Title 2
  3. Chapter 2.12 — POLICE DEPARTMENT
  4. Chapter 2.08 — CITY MANAGER
  5. Chapter 2.10 — FINANCE DIRECTOR
  6. Chapter 2.12 — POLICE DEPARTMENT
  7. Chapter 2.16 — POLICE DEPARTMENT RESERVE CORPS
  8. Chapter 2.24 — COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
  9. Chapter 2.28 — EMERGENCY SERVICES
  10. Chapter 2.32 — UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
  11. Chapter 2.36 — PERSONNEL AND EMPLOYMENT
  12. Chapter 2.38 — POST-EMPLOYMENT LOBBYING
  13. Title 3
  14. Chapter 3.00 — SPECIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX
  15. Chapter 3.04 — ASSESSMENT AND TAX COLLECTION
  16. Chapter 3.08 — SALES AND USE TAX
  17. Chapter 3.24 — PURCHASING SYSTEM
  18. Chapter 3.28 — TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FUND
  19. Chapter 3.32 — CHARGE FOR SPECIAL POLICE SERVICES
  20. Chapter 3.36 — LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES SPECIAL TAX
  21. Title 5
  22. Chapter 5.04 — FORTUNETELLING AND RELATED PRACTICES
  23. Chapter 5.08 — PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS
  24. Chapter 5.16 — BUSINESS LICENSE TAX
  25. Chapter 5.20 — COMMERCIAL FILM PERMIT
  26. Chapter 5.25 — REAL PROPERTY RECORDS REPORT
  27. Title 6
  28. Chapter 6.04 — ANIMAL CONTROL GENERALLY
  29. Chapter 6.08 — REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO DOGS
  30. Chapter 6.12 — POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS AND VICIOUS DOGS
  31. Chapter 6.16 — VACCINATION
  32. Title 8
  33. Chapter 8.32
  34. Chapter 8.04 — HEALTH CODE
  35. Chapter 8.14
  36. Chapter 8.16 — GARBAGE AND RUBBISH
  37. Chapter 8.18 — SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
  38. Chapter 8.24 — HANG GLIDERS AND MODEL AIRCRAFT
  39. Chapter 8.32 — OUTDOOR BUSINESS LIGHTING
  40. Chapter 8.36 — SUBSTANDARD PREMISES
  41. Chapter 8.40
  42. Chapter 8.44 — WELLS AND MINES
  43. Chapter 8.52 — MOBILE SOURCE AIR POLLUTION REDUCTION
  44. Chapter 8.56 — SMOKING PROHIBITED
  45. Chapter 8.60 — FIREWORKS
  46. Title 9
  47. Chapter 9.04 — OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC DECENCY
  48. Chapter 9.05 — PICKETING
  49. Chapter 9.08 — CURFEW
  50. Chapter 9.12 — WEAPONS
  51. Chapter 9.16 — USE OF BEACHES
  52. Chapter 9.18 — SOCIAL HOST LIABILITY FOR PARTIES AT WHICH UNDE…
  53. Chapter 9.20
  54. Title 10
  55. Chapter 10.02 — PENALTIES
  56. Chapter 10.08 — TRAFFIC ADMINISTRATION
  57. Chapter 10.12
  58. Chapter 10.16 — TRAFFIC-CONTROL DEVICES
  59. Chapter 10.20 — ONE-WAY STREETS AND ALLEYS
  60. Chapter 10.24 — SPECIAL STOPS
  61. Chapter 10.28 — MISCELLANEOUS DRIVING RULES
  62. Chapter 10.32
  63. Chapter 10.36 — STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING – VENDING
  64. Chapter 10.40
  65. Chapter 10.44 — STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING – TIMES
  66. Chapter 10.48 — STOPPING FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING ONLY
  67. Chapter 10.52
  68. Chapter 10.60 — CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
  69. Title 12
  70. Chapter 12.04 — ENCROACHMENTS
  71. Chapter 12.12 — EXCAVATIONS
  72. Chapter 12.16 — STREET TREES
  73. Chapter 12.20 — STREET AND SIDEWALK USE RESTRICTIONS
  74. Chapter 12.24 — PARKS
  75. Chapter 12.32
  76. Title 13
  77. Chapter 13.08 — STORM DRAINS AND STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND POL…
  78. Chapter 13.12 — UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICTS
  79. Chapter 13.14 — SANITARY SEWERS AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE
  80. Title 15
  81. Chapter 15.04
  82. Chapter 15.08 — ADMINISTRATION
  83. Chapter 15.12
  84. Chapter 15.20
  85. Chapter 15.50 — FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT
  86. Title 16
  87. Chapter 16.04 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  88. Chapter 16.16 — DESIGN STANDARDS
  89. Chapter 16.16 — DESIGN STANDARDS
  90. Title 17
  91. Chapter 17.04 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  92. Chapter 17.10 — ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
  93. Chapter 17.20 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS
  94. Chapter 17.22 — SITE PLAN PERMITS
  95. Chapter 17.36 — STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS
  96. Chapter 17.40
  97. Chapter 17.44 — REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
  98. Title 18
  99. Chapter 18.55 — WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
  100. Chapter 18.32 — WALLS AND FENCES
  101. Chapter 18.36 — NEIGHBORHOOD COMPATIBILITY
  102. Chapter 18.37
  103. Chapter 18.39
  104. Chapter 18.40 — MIXED-USE OVERLAY (MU-O) ZONE
  105. Chapter 18.42 — HOME OCCUPATION
  106. Chapter 18.45 — ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
  107. Chapter 18.50 — WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING
  108. Chapter 18.60 — NONCOMMERCIAL ANTENNAS
  109. Chapter 18.64 — MOBILEHOME PARKS
  110. Chapter 18.72 — SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
  111. Chapter 18.73 — REGULATION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA
  112. Title 19
  113. Chapter 19.01 — DEFINITIONS
  114. Chapter 19.02
  115. Title OL

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