The Federal Telecommunications Act authorizes internet service providers to expand their networks, boosting competition and allowing the installation of telecommunications infrastructure. Under state law, municipalities do not have the authority to prohibit the construction of a provider’s infrastructure, including the work that is done in the utility easement (also known as the right-of-way) on a resident’s property. 

By working with the local governing authority to submit the required site plans, Ripple Fiber secures all necessary permits prior to beginning construction. 

Depending on your community’s design, Ripple Fiber will complete work in front of your home along the street or between homes along the property line. This part of your property is called a utility easement (also known as the right-of-way), and it allows someone, like a utility provider, to pass through or use an individual’s property without conferring ownership. These easements allow for the installation of various utilities, including water, gas, electricity, and now, fiber optic internet.  

While residents are not required to use Ripple Fiber’s internet service, your community will benefit from the competitive environment created by having the choice between multiple service providers. The installation of fiber internet infrastructure also ensures your community is equipped with the bandwidth and technology to serve residents for generations to come. 

Construction in a given neighborhood typically lasts a few weeks. We aim to activate service for customers as we go and expect most projects to be fully completed in 18 to 24 months. Once construction is complete, Ripple Fiber will return to address restoration needs, restoring all affected properties to pre-construction conditions or better.