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Originally Posted by BroadHopper
The association restricted us to Metrocast as well. I think in 2008 FCC made a ruling in behalf of the satellite companies that is against the law for landlords and HOAs to restrict the use of disks. The association is allowing the use of disks with reservations. You can't remove shrubs or trees to get a clear shot at the satellite.
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BH, you are indeed correct. There is a federal preemption that prevents HOA/Condo Assoc or deed CC&R's from banning the use of outdoor antennas for reception of radio, TV, or satellite signals. The FCC has sole jurisdiction over the airwaves, restrictions by the aforementioned organizations notwithstanding. Such bans can be considered a restraint of trade, something else that bumps up against federal regulations and the Communications Act of 1996.