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

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The Vermont Public Utility Commission has approved the installation of wireless telecommunications equipment at 316 Country Club Lane in Barton, Vermont, following a thorough examination of the proposal. T-Mobile Northeast, LLC (CPG Holder) submitted a petition for a certificate of public good, which was granted on March 16, 2023, subject to certain conditions. The Commission's order ensures that the project aligns with existing statutory requirements and Commission rules, and that the CPG Holder complies with all relevant regulations.

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 316 Country Club Lane in Barton, Vermont.
  • The Commission's order is effective as of March 16, 2023, and is subject to certain conditions, including compliance with applicable statutory requirements and Commission rules.
  • T-Mobile Northeast, LLC must pay all invoices from State agencies related to the proceeding and not still under review by the Commission.
  • The Certificate of Public Good cannot be transferred without prior approval of the Commission.
  • The order prohibits any material deviation or substantial change from the approved plans without prior Commission approval.
  • Failure to comply with Commission rules and regulations may result in the assessment of a penalty.

Statistics:

  • March 16, 2023: Date the Vermont Public Utility Commission issued the Certificate of Public Good to T-Mobile Northeast, LLC.
  • 316 Country Club Lane, Barton, Vermont: Location of the wireless telecommunications equipment installation.
  • 30 V.S.A. SS 248a(k): Vermont statute governing the issuance of certificates of public good for telecommunications projects.
  • $0 (not specified): No monetary value is mentioned in the order regarding the potential penalty for non-compliance.

Sources:

  • STATE OF VERMONT PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION CASE NO. 23-0419-PET Order entered on March 16, 2023.
  • 30 V.S.A. SECTION 248a (statute governing certificates of public good for telecommunications projects)