Subdivision 1. Channel capacity. Cable systems granted access to a multiple dwelling complex under section 238.25 shall provide equipment with sufficient channel capacity to be used by alternative providers of television programming or cable communications services.
Subd. 2. Technical plan approval. The cable communications system shall determine the technical plan best suited for providing the necessary channel capacity sufficient to allow access to other providers. The plan must be submitted to the property owner for approval. The owner's approval may not be unreasonably withheld. No additional compensation for evaluation of the plan may be paid or given to the property owner over and above that permitted under section 238.24, subdivision 8.
Subd. 3. Duplicate connections. The cable communications system is not required to provide equipment for connecting more than one television receiver in one dwelling unit within the multiple dwelling complex. However, the system may provide duplicate connections at its discretion.
1985 c 285 s 34; 2004 c 261 art 7 s 28
Structure Minnesota Statutes
Chapters 237 - 238 — Telecommunications
Chapter 238 — Cable Communications
Section 238.03 — Applicability.
Section 238.08 — Franchise Requirement.
Section 238.081 — Franchise Procedure.
Section 238.083 — Sale Or Transfer Of Franchise.
Section 238.084 — Required Contents Of Franchise Ordinance.
Section 238.086 — Franchise Holder Exemption.
Section 238.11 — Censorship Prohibited.
Section 238.115 — Cable Provider Complaints.
Section 238.15 — Financial Interest Of Member.
Section 238.16 — Gross Misdemeanor.
Section 238.17 — Service To Extension Area.
Section 238.18 — Unfair Preference.
Section 238.23 — Access Required.
Section 238.24 — Conditions For Access.
Section 238.241 — Conditions For Access By Alternative Provider.
Section 238.242 — Reimbursement.
Section 238.26 — Subsequent Taking.
Section 238.27 — Interference With Facilities.
Section 238.35 — Use Of Existing Easement; Restrictions.
Section 238.37 — Scope; Pole, Duct, And Conduit Agreements.
Section 238.38 — Permit To Attach To Pole Or Conduit System.
Section 238.39 — Legal Authority.
Section 238.40 — Liability; Indemnify Public Utility.