Accelerating Wireless and Wireline Deployment by Streamlining Local Approval of Wireless Infrastructure Modifications
spectrum-allocation · Federal Communications Commission · Published 2020-12-03 · Effective 2021-01-04 · 85 FR 78005
Document
Document number
2020-25144
Federal Register citation
85 FR 78005
CFR reference
47 CFR 1
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
spectrum-allocation
Publication date
2020-12-03
Effective date
2021-01-04
FCC docket
WT Docket No. 19-250, RM-11849
Abstract
In this document, the Federal Communications Commission revises portions of the Spectrum Act of 2012 to provide for streamlined state and local government review of modifications to existing wireless infrastructure that involve limited ground excavation or deployment of transmission equipment. The Report and Order promotes accelerated deployment of 5G and other advanced wireless services by facilitating the collocation of antennas and associated equipment on existing infrastructure while preserving the ability of state and local governments to manage and protect local land-use interests.