The Importance of Site Acquisition and Real Estate in Telecommunications Wireless and Wireline Projects and Networks
Site acquisition and real estate play a crucial role in helping carriers through the development and operation of telecommunication wireless and wireline projects. Here are some key reasons for the importance of site acquisition and real estate in telecommunications wireless and wireline projects and networks.
Network Coverage and Capacity
With the growing demand for mobile data and the deployment of new technologies, the need for additional wireless infrastructure is increasing. Wireless infrastructure relates to sites where antennas are placed on towers, buildings, and other structures with power and telecom wireline feed (mainly fibre optic cable connected to data centres or switches). Either for expansion to more areas or infilling with new sites due to the increasing customer demand (coverage capacity for each site is reduced), effective site acquisition and real estate ensures that the industry can keep pace with these demands.
Regulatory Compliance
Wireless infrastructure must adhere to various local, state, provincial, and federal regulations. Proper site acquisition helps telecom companies secure the necessary permits, permissions, and approvals with land use authorities that comply with zoning, environmental, and safety regulations. Structure aeronautical clearances and requirements must be carefully considered. Site acquisition and real estate help carriers establish the reality between where they would like the site location to be and where they are permitted to be.
Community and Landowner Relations
Building positive relationships with local communities and land and building owners can help secure the necessary approvals and agreements, and will also help to avoid conflicts on the road to fruition (e.g. sites being commercially on air). The first contact with the landowner will form a secure base in establishing a good rapport which will continue for many years. This relationship is the base for the continued link between the carrier and their asset (site) via the land and building owner and is key when dealing with maintenance requirements, new technologies, changes, upgrades, and agreement renewals. A strong relationship and the respect shown through the acquisition process will often relate to the landlords promoting and becoming customers (end user) of that carrier.
Competitive Advantage and Cost Efficiency
Site acquisition and real estate can provide a competitive advantage by securing prime locations for the telecom providers wireless infrastructure. This allows for better coverage and service quality which will attract more customers. Site acquisition professionals that determine factors like proximity to existing infrastructure and available utilities can save dollars in terms of construction and maintenance costs. Keeping land acquisition costs to market rates is part of a well-planned site acquisition, which can reduce costs and optimize return on investment for the project. Bringing the estimate of costs to the carrier for their consideration is another important role for the site acquisition and real estate company.
Environmental, Aesthetics & Design Considerations
Telecom companies must assess the impact on local ecosystems and communities, and they may need to develop mitigation plans for any adverse effects. Proper site acquisition and real estate would consider environmental concerns. Another consideration is aesthetics and design, where proper site acquisition and real estate will help in the design of structures that blend into the environment and meet local aesthetic requirements.
Accessibility and Security
The site acquisition and real estate process will need to consider proper access, power availability, and the need for fencing and/or other security measures. The access considered is not only for construction but also for ongoing operations and maintenance.
Conclusion
In conclusion, site acquisition and real estate are essential elements in the planning and deployment of telecommunication wireless and wireline infrastructure projects. They not only determine the efficiency of the network but also play a significant role in regulatory compliance, environmental responsibility, cost efficiencies, and landlord and community relations. As the networks expand and renew, the importance of site acquisition and real estate roles continues to increase. Making informed decisions in these areas is critical for the success and sustainability of telecommunication networks.
Core One Consulting has a team of design engineers which help in the efficiency of projects with real estate having quick access to preliminary and full construction designs which is required in landlord agreements, land use authority, and public consultation. Core One Consulting also helps with managing installation and construction which will bring your infrastructure from a plan, through real estate and design to construction then through to fruition (commercial on-air). Core One Consulting can also help with site acquisition and real estate in wireline projects permits and access to point of presence or data centres including engineering designs and construction management. Please get in touch with Core One consulting if you would like to know more. You can either fill out our online form or call the location nearest you.
