Permitting Resources
Overview
The following resources provide guidance on permits typically required for infrastructure deployment and related requirements of the BEAD program.
Permitting and Environmental Information Application
NBAM Training Series: NTIA Permitting and Environmental Information Application
Federal Interagency Broadband Permitting Summit Hosted by BLM and NTIA
NTIA's Guide to Streamlined Endangered Species Act (ESA) Compliance for Broadband Deployments
This guidance assists recipients in applying the permitting tools that NTIA has developed to streamline Endangered Species Act compliance.
What is Permitting?
An introduction to permitting as it relates to broadband projects including the types of permits a deployment may require, the process for securing an easement or right of way access, and steps to obtaining permission to access federal/state/local land.
Local Permitting Importance, Challenges, and Strategies
Local permitting for broadband deployments may include approvals, authorizations, easements, and right-of-way permits from towns, counties, and other municipal entities. NTIA explains the importance of local permitting and offers strategies and examples of how project teams and local governments can address challenges and increase processing efficiency.
Best Management Practices (BMP) and Mitigation Measures
This guide provides examples of best management practices (BMPs) and mitigation measures to help grant recipients (grantees) avoid or minimize potential impacts during the construction, deployment, and operation of NTIA funded broadband projects.
Permitting Best Practices: Case Studies
Case studies and examples of how states have implemented policies and regulations to streamline state and local permitting processes.
Permitting Needs Assessment
Checklist for four major permitting categories including ROW, Pole Attachments, Conduit Access, and Environment Planning/Historic Preservation.
Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation
NEPA Review: Guidance on NTIA National Environmental Policy Act Compliance (effective March 2024)
NEW: Guidance on NEPA process requirements, roles and responsibilities, and Appendices containing the full list of categorical exclusions and extraordinary circumstances applicable to NTIA programs effective April 2024.
NEPA Review: Categorical Exclusions
Guidance on NEPA analysis as it relates to categorical exclusions (CATEXs) including the definition, the CATEX review process, CATEX qualifications, and a link to the DOC CATEX list.
NEPA Review: Environmental Assessments
Guidance on NEPA analysis as it relates to environmental assessments including the definition, preparation steps, best practices, and the review process.
The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Program Comment for Federal Communications Projects
The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Program Comment for Federal Communications Projects: Applicability of Program Comment Flow Chart