Verizon Wireless Gets Emergency Relief for Small-Cell Installations

Verizon Wireless received emergency relief from the FCC for installing small cells and other wireless facilities serving tribal areas, the University of New Mexico and the university’s hospital. Verizon sought relief under a June 25 Wireless Bureau notice “announcing an electronic process for FCC licensees to apply for emergency authorization to resume standard historic preservation review for qualifying critical infrastructure projects during this COVID-19 crisis,” staff said Monday.