MAST TIPS!

If you are thinking about accepting proposals for masts on your roof space, here are a number of tips that may help you in your decision:

• Develop a clearly defined strategy and policy with regard to lettings to licensed telecoms operators
• Prepare a robust standard form of telecommunications lease that protects the landlord's interests and mitigates the effect of the Telecoms Code
• Be fully conversant with the Code and its impact on future plans for the property. With buildings earmarked for redevelopment, it is essential to get advice at the beginning of the project and not wait until such time as the equipment has to be removed to facilitate the plan
• Where equipment has already been installed, ensure that the installation complies with the terms and equipment rights contained in the agreement
• Be aware of tenants entering into agreements with mobile operators for macro or micro cells. In the majority of cases agreements without the landlord's consent constitute a breach of lease, which could lead to litigation
• Recognise the value of individual sites to operator's networks and set the rents accordingly
• Be aware of the value of third generation technology and negotiate commercial rents for new and existing sites subject to UMTS upgrades
• Have due regard to the sitting of telecommunications equipment in terms of implications for Health and Safety
• Maintain a comprehensive record of telecommunications lettings

This is a very specialist area and the risks from making a bad decision can be long lasting and expensive. MGI Group are experienced in ensuring that our clients get the most attractive terms from telecoms networks and realising the true revenue earning opportunity for you.

If you are at the point of looking at your current contracts or assessing new offers from network suppliers, why not give our consultants a call to make sure you are getting the best deal for your company. Please call us on 01767-641-163 or email