Our initial scan found 9 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 3 public PDFs on Meadowland Condominium’s website against current Massachusetts and federal HOA law—and more issues may exist depending on the documents you load.
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Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions · Sec. Master Deed, Section XIII(e) · Page 1
Blanket ban, sub-1-meter size cap, or prior approval requirement on satellite dishes or antennas is preempted by federal FCC OTARD regulations.
Operative Clause · Sec. Master Deed, Section XIII(e) (Page 1)
“Prior Written Approval Required for Any Antenna or Sign — (e) Architectural integrity of buildings and units: without the prior written approval of the Managers of the Condominium Association, no awning,…”
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
8 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
Unlock exact page coordinates, statutory citations, and counsel discussion notes for all 8 remaining issues—plus load up to 10 PDFs for complete review.
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Potential Issue Surfaced in Initial Scan
Document
Severity
#2
U.S. Flag & Flagpole Display Restriction Conflict
Declaration / CC&Rs
CRITICAL EXCEPTION
#3
Leasing, Rental Cap & Tenant Screening Restriction Conflict
Declaration / CC&Rs
HIGH LEGAL RISK
#4
U.S. Flag & Flagpole Display Restriction Conflict (Rules & Policies)
Rules & Policies
CRITICAL EXCEPTION
#5
Reserves And Sirs Statutory & Governance Exposure
Rules & Policies
STATUTORY GAP
#6
Official Records Inspection Window & Access Procedure Conflict
Rules & Policies
STATUTORY GAP
#7
Leasing & Occupancy Rule Hierarchy Conflict
Association Bylaws
HIGH LEGAL RISK
#8
Delinquent Assessment Lien, Late Fee & Collection Notice Conflict
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