The OTARD rule prohibits unreasonable restrictions on the installation, maintenance, or use of satellite dishes and antennas. Which restriction is prohibited by OTARD?

• A. Restrictions that unreasonably delay or prevent installation, maintenance, or use
• B. Restrictions that unreasonably increase the cost of installation, maintenance, or use
• C. Restrictions that make it impossible to receive an acceptable quality signal
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

OTARD aims to ensure residents can install and use an over‑the‑air reception device without undue burdens. Any restriction that slows or blocks installation, that unreasonably increases the cost to install or maintain, or that makes it impossible to receive a good quality signal all impose an undue burden on installation or reception. Because each of these scenarios creates an improper barrier to using the device, they are all prohibited by OTARD. In short, restrictions that hinder installation, raise costs unreasonably, or impair signal quality are not allowed.