1304

1304.1 All roof-mounted antennas, except those regulated by Subtitle C § 1306 or exempted by Subtitle C § 1307, shall comply with the following conditions:

1. (a) Each part of an antenna shall be set back from each edge, excluding party walls, of the roof a minimum distance equal to its total mounted height above the roof;
2. (b) An antenna may not exceed a total mounted height of twelve feet (12 ft.) above the roof;
3. (c) Each antenna installation shall be located or screened such that its visibility from public spaces, navigable waterways, historic landmarks, and national monuments is minimized to the greatest practical extent;
4. (d) An antenna shall be constructed of materials and colors that blend with the surroundings to the greatest practical extent;
5. (e) Antennas mounted on roofs with outdoor recreation space shall be secured from unauthorized access for a minimum distance of ten feet (10 ft.), by a fence or screen at least five feet (5 ft.) in height; and
6. (f) Any related equipment cabinet or shelter that is not internal to the building or penthouse or rooftop structure shall be:
7. (1) Constructed of materials and colors that blend with the building or penthouses or rooftop structures; and
8. (2) Located to reduce its visibility from public space to the greatest practical extent.

1304.2 A proposed roof-mounted antenna that does not comply with the above requirements may be permitted through the special exception process set forth in Subtitle C § 1312.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 2447, 2712 (March 4, 2016 – Part 2); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 68 DCR 013834 (December 24, 2021).

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