Telecommunications

A telecommunications provider, or a party that seeks to provide telecommunications services in the City's Rights of Way must obtain a license to do so. Each applicant must provide the following information:

  • Completed Telecommunications License Application(PDF, 950KB)
  • Evidence of current, valid General Liability Insurance
    • Indemnifying the City.
  • Bond Amount to be determined by the scope of work for which the License is being applied.
  • "D" size paper CAD detailed drawings (24 inches by 36 inches).

Where and When

All information and documents should be forwarded to the following address:

City of Pittsburgh
Department of Mobility & Infrastructure
City-County Building, Room 215B
414 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219

Office hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

How to Pay

A check drawn in the name of the applicant (not a contractor or subcontractor) should be made payable to "Treasurer, City of Pittsburgh."

All checks should be sent to the The Department of Mobility & Infrastructure address:

City of Pittsburgh
Department of Mobility & Infrastructure
City-County Building, Room 215B
414 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219

How Long Will It Take

If all requested items have been included, application review should take no more than approximately two weeks.

Applicants may telephone (412) 255-2517 to inquire about the status of a licensing application.

Required Inspections

Who is required
A telecommunications provider, or a party that seeks to provide telecommunications services in the City's Rights of Way.

When to call
Before, during, and after completion of construction.

Contact Us

Please telephone 412-255-2517 during Department of Mobility & Infrastructure business hours: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday for more information.