Cell Phone Tower Leasing and Zoning
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What is the Rental Rate for a Cell Tower Lease?
May 24, 2013One of the most common questions we get is "What is the going rental rate for a cell tower lease?" The answer is, it varies and there are several key factors which determine what the rental rate will be.
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What’s a Cell Tower Lease Worth?
March 5, 2013People with cell towers on their property are frequently contacted by companies offering to "buy-out" their cell tower lease. As a result, the question we're often asked is "What's my cell tower lease worth?" This post will address the four components that generally drive the price for a cell tower lease.
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Attention T-Mobile Lessees: Consult With An Attorney
February 6, 2013Crown Castle, a company that recently purchased over 6000 leases from T-Mobile, is now sending out letters to their lessees introducing themselves. They are asking lease-holders to sign and return those letters. If you or your clients have a cell tower lease with T-Mobile, consult with an attorney before signing.
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Section 6409(a) of the Middle Class Tax Relief Act is Unconstitutional
January 10, 2013In February 2012, the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 was enacted. Although commonly thought of as the legislation extending the payroll tax exemption, it contained numerous unrelated provisions, one in particular being Section 6409(a).
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Considerations for Church Cell Tower Leases
December 26, 2012Churches are good candidates for cell towers and antennas because cell companies have to add a lot more cell towers and antennas due to the increased demand caused by the proliferation of Droids, iPhones, iPads, etc. What's key is that much of the increased demand is in residential areas, and homeowners generally don't like having a cell tower in their neighborhood. But churches often are in or near residential areas, so adding a cell antenna there is a good solution. It's even better if, as is often the case, the antenna can be concealed or "camouflaged" in the steeple or on the building or church grounds.
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Cell Tower Lease Buyouts, Good or Bad?
November 26, 2012Many property owners with cell towers on their property are getting proposals to buy out their interest in the lease for the tower, or similar proposals for leases for cell antennas on the roof or side of a building. Usually the offer includes granting the buyer exclusive leasing rights for 30, 40, 50 years or in perpetuity. We recommend three points to keep in mind when considering a buyout.
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