Cable Television Franchises

Commencement of Service

A person who files a notice of franchise must begin providing service in the service area described in the notice within 120 days after the notice is filed. If cable service does not begin within this period, the notice of franchise terminates 130 days after it was filed. The Commencement of Service form is used for this filing.

Notice of Withdrawal

A person may withdraw a notice of franchise by filing a notice of withdrawal with the Secretary of State. The notice of withdrawal must be filed at least ninety (90) days before the service is withdrawn. The Notice of Withdrawal form is used for this filing.

Notice of Change in Ownership

A successor in interest to a person who has filed a notice of franchise is not required to file another notice of franchise. When a change in ownership occurs, the owner must file a notice of change in ownership with the Secretary of State within fourteen (14) days after the change becomes effective. The Notice of Change in Ownership form is used for this filing.

A list of fees for each filing type is listed at the bottom of the page along with a link to the State Franchise for Cable Television Service Rules (PDF).