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Telecommunications infrastructure and telegraph poles

In this section:

  1. Background information
  2. Poles
  3. Masts
  4. Cabinets
  5. Advertisements on masts
  6. You are here: Codes of practice
  7. Frequently asked questions

Codes of practice

Operators are subject to conditions and restrictions and there are a number of codes of practice including the digital economy act 2017, the electronic communications code and cabinet and pole siting code of practice.

Although some of these documents are dated, they constitute codes of practice and are therefore intended to set out guidance on best practice. They do not to set out specific requirements.

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Links

  • Planning Portal - Enforcement
  • Planning Practice Guidance
  • Enforcement Reporting Form
  • Appeal an enforcement notice
  • Telegraph poles and masts FAQs

Contact

Email: Send an email to planning.enforcement@bolton.gov.uk

Telephone: 01204 336000

Address: Enforcement
Town Hall
Victoria Square
Bolton
BL1 1RU
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