Pole Attachments
On Pole Attachments, Industry Groups Battle Over Cost Caps and Utility Control
Comcast cited 13,000 Virginia locations facing delayed deployments from pole disputes.
Infrastructure
Altice USA Wants FCC to Address Utility Delays in Pole Attachments
Utilities have not complied with FCC rules requiring updated lists of approved third-party contractors for pole work, broadband ISP said.
Infrastructure
GoNetspeed: Pole Regs in Massachusetts Threaten BEAD Success
Company says it can take years to access poles in the Bay State.
5G Wireless
Wireless Carriers Press FCC to Expand Access to Light Poles
ISPs want the FCC to ensure access to light poles to speed infrastructure deployment.
Infrastructure
Small ISPs Want Firm Deadline for Processing Pole Orders
ACA Connects pushed the FCC to adopt firm make-ready timelines and enhance self-help remedies for pole attachments.
Infrastructure
USTelecom Urges Flexible Utility Pole Timelines Ahead of BEAD
The trade group called for negotiable make-ready timelines to address challenges beyond pole owners' control.
Infrastructure
Major ISPs Press FCC to Speed Pole Access Ahead of Big BEAD Projects
NCTA proposed the FCC extend the 45-day make-ready timeframe for orders of up to 6,000 poles.
Infrastructure
Groups Push FCC to Reform Utility Pole Replacement Policies
The coalition wants utility pole replacement costs split between pole owners and attachers.
Infrastructure
Utility Companies Push Back Against FCC's New Pole Regulations
Seven telecom organizations oppose an electric utility association's petition to the FCC, which seeks to overturn pole attachment changes.
Infrastructure
States Should Subsidize Pole Replacement Costs, Charter Says
The issue of pole attachment costs to place broadband equipment is being examined by the FCC.
