Vermont Public Utility Commission Issues Certificate of Public Good for T-Mobile Northeast, LLC

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The Vermont Public Utility Commission has approved the installation of wireless telecommunications equipment at 100 Bank Street in Burlington, Vermont, under the condition that the project complies with various statutory requirements and Commission Rules and Orders. T-Mobile Northeast, LLC will need to adhere to the approved plans and obtain advance approval from the Commission for any material deviations or substantial changes. This decision aims to promote the general good of the State of Vermont.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Vermont Public Utility Commission has issued a Certificate of Public Good to T-Mobile Northeast, LLC for the installation of wireless telecommunications equipment at 100 Bank Street in Burlington, Vermont.
  • The project must comply with applicable existing and future statutory requirements and Commission Rules and Orders.
  • Site preparation, construction, operation, and maintenance of the project must adhere to the approved plans and any material deviations or substantial changes require prior Commission approval.
  • Failure to obtain advance approval for a material deviation or substantial change may result in the assessment of a penalty.
  • The CPG Holder must pay all invoices from any State agency related to this proceeding, except those still under review by the Commission.
  • The Certificate of Public Good is not transferable without prior approval of the Commission.
  • Under Section 248a of 30 V.S.A., the project is allowed to proceed, subject to the conditions outlined in the order.

Statistics:

  • Case No. 22-4256-PET
  • The project will be located at 100 Bank Street in Burlington, Vermont
  • The Certificate of Public Good was issued on November 10, 2022
  • The Commission's order requires adherence to approved plans and advance approval for material deviations or substantial changes

Sources:

  • Vermont Public Utility Commission, Case No. 22-4256-PET, Order Entered: 11/10/2022
  • Vermont Statues Annotated, Title 30, Chapter 053, Section 248a