La Colina

What La Colina's governing documents say

La Colina is a homeowners association (HOA) in Scottsdale, AZ. This document is a policy adopted by the Association to regulate satellite dishes and antennas, superseding a prior ban in the Declaration to comply with FCC rules. It applies to all owners, tenants, and occupants, but the owner is ultimately responsible for compliance.

• Types of antennas allowed: Without prior Architectural Committee approval, you may install: (1) Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS) antennas one meter or less in diameter; (2) Multi-point Distribution Service (MDS) antennas one meter or less; and (3) antennas for television broadcast signals. Larger versions of the first two types still require Committee approval. All other antenna types remain prohibited without approval.
• Location and installation restrictions: Antennas cannot encroach on common area or another owner's property. They must be placed inside the dwelling if an acceptable signal can be received there. Otherwise, they must be shielded from view from the street and neighboring properties to the maximum extent possible, including by reasonably priced landscaping if required. All visible wiring and the antenna/mast must be painted to match the structure (unless it interferes with signal or voids warranty). Installation must comply with all laws and manufacturer's instructions, and cannot contact power lines, obstruct driver views, or be improperly grounded.
• Mast regulations: Mast height must be no higher than necessary for acceptable signal. Masts extending more than 12 feet above the roof line require prior Association approval, along with a detailed description of securing method and necessity. Masts must be painted to match surroundings, not encroach on common area or other property, and if roof-mounted, must be installed no nearer to the lot line than the total height of the mast and antenna. Masts must be installed so they would not touch a power line if they fell.
• Owner responsibilities and maintenance: The owner bears all installation and maintenance costs, is liable for any damage caused by the antenna, and must indemnify the Association. The owner must keep the antenna in good repair to comply with the policy.
• Notification after installation: Within five business days of installing an allowed antenna, the owner must complete and submit a notification form (Exhibit A) to the Association. If requested, the owner must meet with an Association representative to review the installation.
• Enforcement and fines: If a violation occurs, the Association may seek declaratory relief from the FCC or court. If the rule is upheld, the owner pays a $50 fine per violation plus $10 per day until corrected. If the antenna poses a serious immediate safety hazard, the Association may seek injunctive removal. The Association is entitled to recover attorney's fees and costs.
• What this document doesn't cover: This is a single policy addressing antennas only. It does not include the full Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, nor does it address other HOA rules (e.g., pets, parking, landscaping, leasing).

Plain-language summary generated from the governing documents on file for this community. It may be incomplete and is not legal advice — read the full documents below or consult the official recorded versions.