Don't let the confusing tangle of ordinances and by-laws keep you from
installing the antenna you need in order to communicate effectively! In
recent years, many cities and towns have enacted ordinances designed mainly
to regulate cellular antenna structures. Unfortunately, hams have sometimes
been caught in the backlash of regulatory overkill. This book describes
proven techniques and strategies that a ham and his or her attorney can use
to obtain an antenna-structure permit (also includes material on Canadian
law and regulation). You will learn ways to respond to a wide variety of
complaints after the permit has been obtained, if the town, or your
neighbors, turn sour.
Contents
 | Introduction: Why This Book Was Written |
| 1: Principles That Will Help You Win |
| 2: The Process in a Nutshell |
| 3: Your Winning Team |
| 4: Basic Preparations |
| 5: Getting to Know the Players |
| 6: Possible Objections—Safety Issues |
| 7: Possible Objections—Aesthetic, Noise, and Nuisance Issues |
| 8: Possible Objections—Environmental Issues |
| 9: Possible Objections—Diversionary Tactics |
| 10: The Permit Application |
| 11: The Public Hearing—Your Big Moment in the Spotlight |
| 12: Deliberations and Decisions |
| 13: Appeals |
| 14: Lawsuits |
| 15: Now Get the Permit and Build Your Antenna System! |
| 16: Awkward Post-Permit Situations |
| 17: Local and State Law, National Codes |
| 18: Drafing or Redrafting a Bylaw or State Law |
| 19: Federal Law of Ham Radio Structures |
| 20: Other Federal Law |
| 21: Common Covenants and Restraints |
| 22: Canadian Laws [by Tim Ellam, VE6SH] |
| Bibliography |
| Index |
(Photo by N6TV)