23.57.002

A. The provisions of this chapter apply to communication utilities and accessory communication devices in all zones where permitted. 1. Direct broadcast satellite service, video programming service, or fixed wireless service antennas, as defined in applicable federal regulations, that measure 1 meter (3.28 feet) or less in diameter or diagonal measurement are exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except in special review, historic and landmark districts and on buildings designated by the Seattle Landmarks Preservation Board. 2. Special Rule for Satellite Dish Antennas. Satellite dish antennas are exempt from the provisions of this chapter when: a. The antenna measures 1 meter (3.28 feet) or less in diameter in residential zones; or b. The antenna measures 2 meters (6.56 feet) or less in diameter in non-residential zones. B. The provisions of this chapter do not apply to Citizen Band radios, equipment designed and marketed as consumer products such as computers (including internet linkage), telephones, microwave ovens and remote control toys, and to television broadcast and radio receive-only antennas except satellite dishes not exempted in subsection 23.57.002.A. C. Lots located in the Shoreline District shall meet the requirements of Chapter 23.60A , Shoreline District, in addition to the provisions of this Chapter 23.57 . If there is a conflict between the regulations of the Shoreline District and this Chapter 23.57 , the provisions of Chapter 23.60A apply. D. Communication Utilities and Accessory Communication Devices Located in the Major Institution Overlay District. Communication Utilities located in the Major Institution Overlay District ( Chapter 23.69 ) are subject to the use provisions and development standards of Chapter 23.57 . Communication devices accessory to major institution uses located in the Major Institution Overlay District are subject to the use provisions and development standards of Chapter 23.57 unless such devices are addressed in a master plan adopted pursuant to Subchapter VI of Chapter 23.69 . Accessory Communication Devices associated with the University of Washington are subject to Section 23.69.006.B. (Ord. 124105 , § 28, 2013; Ord. 123649, § 44, 2011; Ord. 120928 § 25, 2002: Ord. 116295 , § 25, 1992.)