Regulatory Update on FCC Wireless Siting Policy

The FCC is constantly updating its rules to streamline the deployment of next generation wireless networks and eliminate state and local regulatory barriers to the deployment of wireless infrastructure. At the same time, the FCC has also imposed some new obligations on licensees. As such, it can be difficult for utilities and other critical infrastructure entities to clearly understand the rules of the road so that they can develop appropriate compliance processes. This presentation will provide a summary of the FCC's rules for pre-construction environmental and historic property review required for deployment of wireless facilities by utilities. as well as FAA and FCC tower lighting and marking requirements. We will also discuss the FCC's ongoing efforts to further reduce the regulatory burdens.