TV antennas and satellite dishes
- Statute:
- California §4725 · Chapter CIV-5 (Davis-Stirling Act Ch. 5 — Property Use and Maintenance)
- Topic:
- Member Rights · Antennas
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
The association may not prohibit a video or television antenna (including a satellite dish) of a size and location protected by federal OTARD rules, though it may impose reasonable restrictions that do not significantly increase cost or delay installation.
📄 Read the official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov →
How SoShiny helps with TV antennas and satellite dishes
SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member.
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- What does California §4725 require?
- The association may not prohibit a video or television antenna (including a satellite dish) of a size and location protected by federal OTARD rules, though it may impose reasonable restrictions that do not significantly increase cost or delay installation.
- Who does California §4725 apply to?
- California §4725 applies to HOA associations in California.
- What happens if our CID doesn't comply with §4725?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for California community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of California §4725?
- The official text is published by the California Legislature at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with TV antennas and satellite dishes?
- SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §4725 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a California-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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