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
Federal Interagency Broadband Permitting Summit Hosted by BLM and NTIA
Streamlined Environmental Review & Permitting for Broadband: A Roadmap
This resource highlights key programmatic tools, efficiencies, and technical assistance (TA) documents provided across NTIA programs.
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.
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 Roundtables Implementation Guide
The Permitting Roundtable Implementation Guide serves as a resource to support the establishment and execution of Permitting Roundtables across every state and territory.
Permitting Roundtables: An Overview
This resource provides an overview of the Permitting Roundtables.
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 June 2025)
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 June 2025.
The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Program Comment for Federal Communications Projects
The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Program Comment for Federal Communications Projects
