(a) Where this chapter is divergent with any regulations, rulings, or guidance provided by the Federal Highway Administration, the Alabama Department of Transportation shall follow the Federal Highway Administration requirements.
(b) Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, the Alabama Department of Transportation may deny any application for placement, modification, or maintenance of wireless facilities, on new or pre-existing structures, within the department's right-of-way where the department determines that the placement or maintenance activity would impede the operation or safety of a transportation facility. Small wireless facilities shall not be permitted on any interstate right-of-way.
Structure Code of Alabama
Title 37 - Public Utilities and Public Transportation.
Chapter 17 - Small Wireless Facilities
Section 37-17-1 - Definitions.
Section 37-17-2 - Rights of Authorities Regarding Small Wireless Facilities and Associated Poles.
Section 37-17-3 - Exemption From Zoning Review or Approval; Application Procedures; Permits.
Section 37-17-4 - Collocation of Small Wireless Facilities; Performance of Make-Ready Work; Costs.
Section 37-17-5 - Permit Application Fees; Access Rates.
Section 37-17-6 - Chapter Inapplicable to Certain Entities.
Section 37-17-7 - Liability of Authorities.
Section 37-17-8 - Insurance Requirements.
Section 37-17-10 - Construction and Application of Chapter.