Our initial scan found 6 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 2 public PDFs on Chepachet Fire District’s website against current Rhode Island (R.I. Gen. Laws Ch. 34-36.1) 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. 7.1 · 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. 7.1 (Page 1)
“Chepachet Fire District - Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions - Page 2”
Why It’s Flagged
47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 (FCC OTARD Rule)
The FCC Over-the-Air Reception Devices rule (47 C.F.R. § 1.4000, as expanded by the 2021 OTARD Report and Order, FCC 21-10) preempts community association restrictions that prohibit, charge application fees for, require prior architectural approval for, or impose sub-1-meter (39.37-inch) diameter caps on the installation, maintenance, or use of television broadcast antennas, direct-broadcast satellite dishes 1 meter or less in diameter, and fixed wireless broadband antennas (including hub and relay antennas) situated on property within the exclusive use or control of the owner/tenant.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
1Satellite Dishes, Antennas and Exterior Communications No exterior television antenna, satellite dish, wireless receiver, or telecommunications aerial of any size shall be erected, mounted, or maintained on any Lot or residence without prior written approval of the Architectural Control Committee and payment of a $150 review fee.
2Satellite dishes are strictly prohibited on front or side elevations.
3Chepachet Fire District - Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions - Page 2 [FEDERAL OTARD CARVEOUT]: Provided that this restriction shall not prohibit or require prior approval for any owner or occupant installing an antenna, fixed wireless broadband hub/relay device, 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
5 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
Unlock exact page coordinates, statutory citations, and counsel discussion notes for all 5 remaining issues—plus load up to 10 PDFs for complete review.
CC&Rs & Declaration HierarchyBylaws, Elections & QuorumArchitectural Review (ARC)Fines, Hearings & Due ProcessLeasing & Rental RestrictionsReserve Studies & AssessmentsOfficial Records InspectionR.I. Gen. Laws Ch. 34-36.1 & Federal Preemption
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Statutory & Federal Check: Audits up to 10 PDFs (CC&Rs, Bylaws, Rules & Amendments) against Rhode Island statutes (R.I. Gen. Laws Ch. 34-36.1), Federal law, and local codes.
Cross-Document Hierarchy Check: Flags internal contradictions where Rules, Policies, or Bylaws conflict with your recorded Declaration.
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Chepachet Fire District & Rhode Island Governing Document Audit FAQ
Answers for HOA board members, community association managers (CAMs), association legal counsel, and homeowners reviewing Chepachet Fire District’s governing documents under R.I. Gen. Laws Ch. 34-36.1.
Homeowners & Community OverviewWhat governing documents were audited for Chepachet Fire District in Chepachet, Providence County, Rhode Island?
TrueHOA Crystal AI scanned 2 public governing PDF(s) associated with Chepachet Fire District (Chepachet, Providence County, Rhode Island), including Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions and Association Bylaws & Rules (primary excerpt: Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions), parsing 35 operative clauses with exact PDF page coordinates. The audit checks CC&Rs (Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions), Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, and Rules & Regulations against 47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 (FCC OTARD Rule) and Rhode Island Condominium Act (R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-36.1-1.01 et seq.).
HOA Board of DirectorsWhy did Chepachet Fire District’s governing documents flag 6 potential compliance issues, and what should the Board do?
Older HOA Declarations, Bylaws, and Operating Rules frequently contain provisions superseded by subsequent amendments to Rhode Island Condominium Act (R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-36.1-1.01 et seq.) or federal law, or internal hierarchy conflicts where board rules contradict the recorded Declaration. The 6 flagged clauses highlight areas where Chepachet Fire District’s Board of Directors and association counsel can proactively update policies, avoid unenforceable fine or enforcement disputes, and fulfill board fiduciary duties.
HOA & Real Estate AttorneysHow does TrueHOA Crystal AI check Rhode Island HOA governing documents under R.I. Gen. Laws Ch. 34-36.1 for association counsel?
TrueHOA Crystal AI ($699 one-time for up to 10 governing PDFs) evaluates every clause against federal law (Fair Housing Act, OTARD 47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 telecommunications rules, federal solar/bankruptcy protections), Rhode Island Condominium Act (R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-36.1-1.01 et seq.), local codes, and cross-document hierarchy (Recorded Declaration > Articles > Bylaws > Rules). Every PDF page is widened by 340pt on the right margin with exact paragraph bounding boxes, statutory citations (47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 (FCC OTARD Rule)), and non-repetitive discussion wording prepared for HOA legal counsel.
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Elections & Covenant AmendmentsHow can Chepachet Fire District pass a CC&R or Bylaw amendment or run a certified HOA election in Rhode Island?
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