South Hackensack City Zoning Code
ARTICLE VIII
Earth Satellite Stations
§ 208-38 Definitions. [1]
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
Any apparatus, building or structure which is designed for the purpose of receiving television, radio, microwave, satellite or similar signals, in connection with what is commonly referred to as "dish-type antennae."
§ 208-39 Approving agency.
[Amended 9-11-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-16]
The provisions of this article shall be administered by the Zoning Enforcement Officer of the Township of South Hackensack.
§ 208-40 Submission and review of plan.
[Amended 9-11-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-16]
A.
Any property owner, person or entity in possession of property shall submit to the Zoning Enforcement Officer 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.
B.
The Zoning Enforcement Officer shall review said plan and render a decision within 20 days of the submission of said plan or within such further time as may be consented to by the property owner or person in possession of the property.
§ 208-41 Plan details.
The 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:
A.
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.
B.
An appropriate place for the signature of the Zoning Enforcement Officer.
[Amended 9-11-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-16]
C.
The lot(s) and block(s) numbers of the lot(s) from the Township Tax Map and the length and bearings of the lot lines of the proposed project.
D.
The location, names and pavement and right-of-way widths of all existing and proposed streets abutting the lot or lots in question, the property lines of all abutting properties, together with the names and addresses as disclosed on the Township 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.
E.
All existing buildings and structures and all accessory buildings and structures and all accessory buildings or structures on the lot, if any, with dimensions showing present and finished grade elevations at all corners.
F.
All existing and proposed setback dimensions and landscape areas.
G.
Existing and proposed plantings to provide screening as required by this article.
H.
Any and all other information necessary to meet any of the requirements of this article not listed above.
§ 208-42 Design standards.
A.
The surface area of satellite earth station antennae (parabolic dish) shall not be greater than 30 square feet.
B.
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 four meters above the ground.
C.
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.
D.
No satellite earth station shall be closer than 20 feet from any side property line or any rear property line.
E.
Satellite earth stations shall be located in the rear yard only.
F.
Every satellite earth station shall be in an unobtrusive location, effectively screened by a special planting screen or fence as approved by the Zoning Enforcement Officer, which shall be maintained in good condition so that said satellite earth station shall not be readily visible from any adjacent property or public street.
[Amended 9-11-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-16]
§ 208-43 Fees.
[Amended 12-19-1996 by Ord. No. 96-14; 9-11-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-16]
The application fee for a permit to install a satellite earth station (dish) shall be as provided in Chapter 108, Fees. In addition, the applicant shall deposit the sum as provided in Chapter 108, Fees, to cover the cost of review sources deemed necessary by the Zoning Enforcement Officer, such as the Township Engineer, Township Attorney or other Township personnel. The Treasurer shall place the deposit in a trust account and shall charge all disbursements for said 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.
§ 208-44 Violations and penalties.
[Amended 12-19-1996 by Ord. No. 96-14; 9-11-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-16]
Penalties or violations of any provision hereof shall be as provided in Chapter 163 of this Code entitled “Penalties for Violations.”
§ 208-45 Enforcement officer.
[Amended 9-11-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-16]
The Zoning Enforcement Officer is hereby designated as the public officer charged with the enforcement of the terms of this article. All complaints for alleged violation of any of the terms of this article shall be submitted in writing to said Zoning Enforcement Officer.