D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 11, r. 11-C1304

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 11-C1304 - ROOF-MOUNTED ANTENNAS

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:

(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;

(b) An antenna may not exceed a total mounted height of twelve feet (12 ft.) above the roof;

(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;

(d) An antenna shall be constructed of materials and colors that blend with the surroundings to the greatest practical extent;

(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

(f) Any related equipment cabinet or shelter that is not internal to the building or penthouse or rooftop structure shall be:

(1) Constructed of materials and colors that blend with the building or penthouses or rooftop structures; and

(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.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 11, r. 11-C1304

Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 2447 (9/6/2016); amended by Final Rulemaking published at 68 DCR 13834 (12/24/2021)