I recently moved into a subdivision with a pesky HOA. I read over the bi-laws and came across this concerning antennas:
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Except with the written permission of the ACA or as provided herein, exterior antennae, aerials, satellite dishes, or other apparatus for the transmission or reception of television, radio, satellite or other signals of any kind may not be placed on the exterior of any Dwelling or on any portion of the Lot outside the Dwelling, except that: 1. antennas, satellite dishes or other apparatuses that are on meter or less in diameter and that are designed to receive transmission other than television broadcast signals shall be permitted and 2. antennas or satellite dishes designed to receive television broadcast signals shall be permitted. Any of the foregoing permitted devices and any other device permitted by the ACA, must be located in an area where such Permitted Device is not visible from any portion of the street in front of the applicable lot with the apparatus.
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If I am reading this correctly, I am permitted to put up any type of antenna as long as it is less than 1 meter in diameter. If was looking at a HF mobile whip from MFJ, but I am unsure if this would be permitted. I currently have a 20 meter dipole running down the eve of my house, but I receive horrible reception from it because I am surrounded by two-story homes. I was hoping someone would have an idea for a 1 meter in diameter antenna, or some other type of stealthy installation that I could place in my back yard. I passed my General test yesterday, so I am anxiously awaiting a contact.
Thanks,
KC5HHQ (Chris)