Telecommunications Permitting

Telecommunications permitting services including ROW permits, pole attachment applications, FAA obstruction studies, FCC licensing, tribal coordination, and environmental compliance.

Telecom permitting is a maze of federal, state, tribal, and local requirements. Richesin Engineering's permitting team has navigated this landscape across dozens of states and regulatory environments — from simple municipal ROW permits to complex FCC licensing, FAA obstruction studies, and tribal historic preservation coordination.

What We Deliver

  • Right-of-way (ROW) permit applications and coordination
  • Pole attachment applications (NECA/ILEC/cooperative)
  • FAA obstruction studies and 7460 filings
  • FCC license applications (Part 101, 90, 97)
  • Environmental and NEPA compliance
  • Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO) coordination
  • State PUC and PSC filings
  • Local building permits and zoning variances
  • Railroad crossing permits
  • National Park and Forest Service permits

Our Process

1

Regulatory Mapping

Identify all permits required for the project and develop a permitting timeline.

2

Application Preparation

Prepare all required documentation, drawings, and application forms.

3

Agency Coordination

Manage relationships with all permitting agencies and respond to information requests.

4

Tribal Consultation

Coordinate Section 106 and tribal consultation processes where required.

5

Permit Tracking

Track permit status and maintain project permitting log.

6

Closeout

Obtain final permits, coordinate inspections, and maintain permit files.

Need Permitting Services?

Our team has 70+ combined years of experience in the most demanding environments.