Special Uses-Applying for a Permit
U.S. Forest Service Policies and procedures in permitting that will assist applicants through the siting process on U.S. Forest Service lands.
Permitting
Special Uses Information
U.S. Forest Service guides on communications uses of U.S. Forest Service lands. It provides a helpful Q&A and fees for utilization of U.S. Forest Service lands for communications purposes.
Smart Location Database
Mapping for broadband applicants to identify critical areas that project may intersect General Services Administration properties.
Sample Communications Site Management Plan
A template communications site management plan. The communications site management plan provides site specific direction and guidance to Forest Service personnel, the communications site users, and the public.
Obtaining a Special-Use Authorization with the Forest Service
U.S. Forest Service Brochure on obtaining special use authorizations for applicants. It explains what special use authorizations are, who needs them, and how the application process works.
National Wetlands Inventory
Mapping for broadband applicants to identify critical areas where a project may intersect national wetlands. This will allow for applicants to ensure that they are aware of where these lands intersect with their deployment plans.
Listing of Cities by Population Strata (Corresponds with Bureau of Land Management Rental Fee Schedule)
This chart coincides with rental fee schedule on Bureau of Land Management land. It can be utilized to create a more defined and certain investment environment on utilizing Bureau of Land Management land.
FS-2700-4 Special Use Permit
Standard permit form used by the Forest Service to authorize occupancy and use of National Forest System lands.
FS-2700-10B Communications Use Lease
Standard lease form used by the Forest Service to authorize occupancy and use of National Forest System lands.
FS-2700-10A Communications Site Tenant/Customer Inventory Certification
U.S. Forest Service permitting form required for applicants to utilize U.S. Forest Service lands for Communications Assets