Sierra Landing Condominium· Silver Spring, Maryland
Our initial scan found 5 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 2 public PDFs on Sierra Landing Condominium’s website against current Maryland and federal HOA law—and more issues may exist depending on the documents you load.
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“Prohibition on Exterior or Visible Television Antennae Without Board Authorization — (f) No Unit Owner, resident or lessee shall install wiring for electrical or telephone installations, television…”
Why It’s Flagged
47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 (OTARD Rule)
The FCC Over-the-Air Reception Devices rule (47 C.F.R. § 1.4000) preempts community association restrictions that prohibit, require prior architectural approval for, or impose sub-1-meter (39.37-inch) diameter caps on the installation, maintenance, or use of antennas and satellite dishes 1 meter or less in diameter situated on property within the exclusive use or control of the owner/tenant.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
Provided that this restriction shall not prohibit or require prior approval for any owner or occupant installing an antenna or satellite dish of one meter (39.37 inches) or less in diameter within areas under the owner's or occupant's exclusive use or control, in accordance with FCC OTARD regulations (47 C.F.R. § 1.4000).
REMAINING INITIAL FINDINGS & FULL DOCUMENT SET
4 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
Unlock exact page coordinates, statutory citations, and counsel discussion notes for all 4 remaining issues—plus load up to 10 PDFs for complete review.
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Potential Issue Surfaced in Initial Scan
Document
Severity
#2
Pet & Assistance Animal Restriction Statutory Exposure
Association Bylaws
HIGH LEGAL RISK
#3
Structural Reserve Study & Mandatory Reserve Funding Gap
Rules & Policies
STATUTORY GAP
#4
Website And Records Statutory & Governance Exposure
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