The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Antenna: Any device, including but not limited to poles, masts, towers, dishes, wires or rods used to transmit or receive electromagnetic waves excluding those regulated by other sections of the Land Development Code.

Satellite dish antenna: A telecast receiver that allows the reception of television signals or other data communications directly from satellites rather than from other forms of broadcasting systems.

(Ord. No. 00-10-1, § 1, 10-11-00)

(a)

Satellite dish antennas shall be located in the rear yard or interior side yard or on the building if properly concealed from public view and approved by Town administrative staff as more particularly described below. No satellite dish antenna shall be located in the front yard or the front of the building. All zoning setback requirements of the Town shall be complied with in the location of any satellite dish antenna.

(1)

Satellite dish antennas shall be free-standing and the highest point of the antenna shall not exceed the height of twenty (20) feet above ground level, or roof level, whichever is higher.

(2)

The antenna and supporting structure shall be made as unobtrusive as possible by shrubbery, trees, foliage, or other screening. The proposed plan of the satellite dish antenna owner for complying with this division shall be reviewed and approved by the Town's administrative staff pursuant to section 28-403 below.

(3)

Satellite dish antennas shall be neutral in color and, to the greatest extent possible, compatible with the appearance and character of the neighborhood and the buildings on the land where the satellite dish antenna is located.

(4)

In residential districts, the dish of the satellite dish antenna shall not exceed twelve (12) feet in diameter, if circular, or twelve (12) feet at its greatest dimension, if not circular. In non-residential districts, the dish of the satellite dish antenna shall not exceed thirty (30) feet in diameter, if circular, or thirty (30) feet at its greatest dimension, if not circular.

(5)

All satellite dish antennas shall be placed on anchoring pads which must be securely anchored to the ground or roof, whichever is applicable, installed and constructed in accordance with the Town Building Code as may be amended from time to time.

(b)

In all zoning districts, outside antennas, antenna poles, antenna masts and antenna towers not addressed in the Land Development code may be permitted as an accessory use and structure to a height not exceeding five (5) feet above the peak of the roof of the primary structure on a plot. Additionally, said permitted antenna, antenna pole, antenna mast or antenna tower may not exceed a maximum span of ten (10) feet.

(Ord. No. 00-10-1, § 2, 10-11-00)

(a)

Except as provided by section 28-404 below, no person shall construct or cause to be constructed a satellite dish antenna on any property in the Town without first obtaining a permit.

(b)

Application for a permit under this section shall be made to the Town administrative staff and shall be accompanied by plans, specifications, and other data requested by the Town administrative staff.

(c)

The plans, specifications, and other data to be submitted under this section shall be sufficient to show:

(1)

Plans showing existing structures, required minimum setbacks, location of the proposed satellite dish antenna, and location of any proposed enclosure or screening.

(2)

All dimensions of relevant items on the plot plan.

(3)

A certificate of insurance providing proof of liability and property damage coverage for the satellite dish antennae. The insurance is to remain in full force and effect during all times a satellite dish is on the property. Any termination of insurance shall result in a termination of the permit, whereupon the owner shall be deemed in violation of this section.

(4)

The applicant for a permit shall be responsible for determining if there are any deed or other type restrictions which would prohibit installation of a satellite dish antenna.

(Ord. No. 00-10-1, § 3, 10-11-00)

(a)

The Town administrative staff shall have the right to approve the proposed installation of the satellite dish antenna upon application.

(b)

The basis for review of the Town administrative staff shall be to insure that:

(1)

Aesthetics shall be compatible with surrounding community or neighborhood.

(2)

Minor deviations may be justified taking into consideration surrounding residents, streets, landscaping, and other features.

(Ord. No. 00-10-1, § 4, 10-11-00)

(a)

All satellite dish antenna located within the Town, as of the effective date of this section, shall not be required to obtain the permit as set forth herein; however, applicants shall be subject to all other zoning and applicable sections of this Code.

(b)

Licensed amateur radio operators: The limitations of this section shall not be construed to prohibit any amateur radio antenna existing on the effective date of this section owned and operated by an amateur radio operator holding a valid Federal Communications Commission license to operate an amateur radio station, provided the following information is supplied to the Town within thirty (30) days from the date of adoption of this section:

(1)

Name of licensed operator;

(2)

Address of Pembroke Park residence;

(3)

Federal Communications Commission radio license number;

(4)

Height of existing antenna;

(5)

Type of existing antenna; and

(6)

Installation date of existing antenna.

(c)

Pole mounted antennas directly adjacent to and connected to the main structure shall be exempted from the requirements of this section provided the antenna is located no higher than six (6) feet above the roof line.

(Ord. No. 00-10-1, § 5, 10-11-00)

Satellite dish antennae not limited to service of one (1) residence or business are not sanctioned or allowed under the terms of this section, but, because of their multi-use nature are deemed franchises, and shall be treated as such by the Town.

(Ord. No. 00-10-1, § 6, 10-11-00)

(a)

The placing of a satellite dish antenna on property shall meet all of the requirements of the South Florida Building Code, as amended from time to time.

(b)

The criteria for review by the Town and the application document requirements shall not be any way be in conflict with Chapter 47, Code of Federal Regulations, section 5525.104, as promulgated by the Federal Communications Commission.

(Ord. No. 00-10-1, § 7, 10-11-00)