Moonachie City Zoning Code
§ 22-5.28
Earth Satellite Stations.
[Ord. #86-4, § I]
a. SATELLITE EARTH STATION (DISH)
Definition. As used in this chapter:
Shall mean any apparatus, building or structure which is designed for the purpose of receiving television, radio, micro-wave, satellite, or similar signals, in connection with what is commonly referred to as dish-type antennae.
b.
Approving Agency. The provisions of this subsection shall be administered by the Construction Official, also referred to as the Zoning Official.
c.
Procedure. Any property owner, or person, or entity in possession of property, shall submit to the Zoning Official prior to the placement of a satellite earth station (dish), a plan showing the size of the satellite earth station, the proposed location of same on the subject premises, and such other information as may be required herein.
d.
Site Plan Details. The site plan shall be drawn on a map to a scale not smaller than one inch equals 40 feet and not larger than one inch equals 10 feet and shall include and show the following information:
1.
The name and address of the applicant and the owner and the name, address and the title of the person or entity preparing the plan and accompanying data, the date of preparation, and the dates of each revision, where applicable.
2.
An appropriate place for the signature of the Zoning Official.
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The lot(s) and block(s) numbers of the lot(s) from the Borough tax map, and the length and bearings of the lot lines of the proposed project.
4.
The location, names, and pavement, and right-of-way widths of all existing and proposed streets abutting the lots in question, the property lines of all abutting properties, together with the names and addresses as disclosed on the Borough tax map and the tax rolls as of the date of the application, and the location of existing buildings within 200 feet of the site in question.
5.
All existing buildings and structures and all accessory buildings and structures on the lot, if any, with dimensions showing present and finished grade elevations at all corners.
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All existing and proposed setback dimensions and landscape areas.
7.
Existing and proposed plantings to provide screening as required by this subsection.
8.
Any and all other information necessary to meet any of the requirements of this subsection not listed above.
e.
Design Standards.
1.
The surface area of satellite earth station antennae (parabolic dish) shall not be greater than 36 square feet.
2.
The maximum height of antennae and mounting structure measured vertically from the highest point of the antennae when positioned for operation shall not be greater than 14 feet above the ground.
3.
In all zoning districts the dish shall be erected on a secure ground-mounted foundation. Maximum height indicated in the above schedule will be from ground level at the location of the dish foundation.
4.
No satellite earth station shall be closer than 20 feet from any side property line or any rear property line.
5.
Satellite earth stations shall be located in the rear yard only.
6.
Every satellite earth station shall be in an unobtrusive location, effectively screened by a special planting screen or fence as approved by the Zoning Official, which shall be maintained in good condition so that the satellite earth station shall not be readily visible from any adjacent property or public street.
7.
Power control and signal cables from or to the satellite earth station shall be underground, and installed in accordance with the appropriate building code, if any.
f.
Fees. The application fee for a permit to install a satellite earth station (dish) shall be $25. In addition, the applicant shall deposit the sum of $100 to cover the cost of review sources deemed necessary by the Construction Official, such as the Borough Engineer, Borough Attorney, or other Borough personnel. The Treasurer shall place the deposit in a trust account and shall charge all disbursements for the review services. Any unused portion of the deposit shall be returned to the applicant. If the cost of review services exceeds the amount of deposit, sufficient additional funds shall be deposited before any permit shall be issued.
g.
Penalties. Any person who violates any provision of this subsection shall, for each and every violation thereof, and for each and every day that the violation continues to be in existence, be subject to a fine of not more than $100 per violation.
h.
Enforcement Officer. The Zoning Official is hereby designated as the public officer charged with the enforcement of the terms of this subsection. All complaints for alleged violation of any of the terms of this subsection shall be submitted in writing to the Zoning Official.