1314. NONCONFORMING ANTENNAS

NONCONFORMING ANTENNAS A nonconforming antenna shall not be altered, modernized, or otherwise replaced, except in conformity with all provisions of this title. If a nonconforming antenna stops functioning, a temporary replacement antenna may be installed, subject to the following conditions: A permanent replacement antenna cannot be installed as a matter of right; The temporary installation shall be permitted for one (1) year; and The cost of the temporary replacement shall not be considered by the Board of Zoning Adjustment as a basis for approval of a special exception to install a conforming replacement. Within three (3) months after the nonconforming antenna stops functioning, the owner or occupant of the land or structure on which the antenna is installed shall apply for a special exception to install a longer term replacement. An antenna that was legally permitted prior to the date of adoption of this chapter shall be considered a conforming antenna. This section does not apply to antenna towers, monopoles, or antenna support structures. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 2447, 2712 (March 4, 2016 – Part 2). District of Columbia Municipal Regulations Zoning Regulations of 2016: General Rules 11-C DCMR § 1313