End of extra satellite dishes on top of Abu Dhabi buildings

Abu Dhabi authorities have told landlords and residents to remove extra satellite dishes and warned those who do not respect a one-month deadline would be penalised.

The warning, the second in nearly three months, was hanged this week at the entrance of all buildings in the emirate of nearly two million people as part of a drive by Abu Dhabi Municipality to end persistent violations and ensure a good image of the city.

“You are requested to remove violations associated with your own satellite receiver dishes within one month from the date of issuing this decision in line with official regulations to avoid any fines that may issued by the competent authorities,” said the letter, which was dated on November 1.

In July, the Municipality issued a statement in the local media urging residents to quickly remove extra satellite receiver dishes and asked owners of buildings and villas not to allow tenants to install such dishes on balconies or the building roof.

The Municipality said a maximum of four dishes are allowed on top of buildings and villas, adding that extra dishes and connections harm the aesthetic image of Abu Dhabi, give rise to insects and rodents and could cause dangerous water leakage during rain.

“Companies specialized in dishes must stick to safety measures when installing such systems and ensure they are placed away from the edge of the building roof to avoid hurting the public view and the city’s image,” the Municipality said.

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