If your station is currently silent, the process for renewing your station’s license will depend on the specifics of your situation. Generally, if your station is not broadcasting or has been off the air for a period of time, you are still required to apply for license renewal, even if the station is not operational.
FAQ Tag: license
What is the process for requesting an extension of a construction permit (CP)?
To extend a construction permit (CP), follow these steps:
Is it a requirement to obtain an experimental license from the FCC to operate a micro-powered AM or FM transmitter under Part 15 regulations?
No, that information is not accurate. Operating a micro-powered AM or FM transmitter under Part 15 of the FCC rules does not typically require an experimental license.
What are the steps to submit a request for a new commercial FM broadcast station with the FCC?
This is a comprehensive process, primarily applicable to commercial FM stations. Here are the key steps:
What steps are involved in starting a new LPFM station?
The FCC periodically designates specific time frames known as “windows” during which they accept applications for new LPFM (Low Power FM) stations. Historically, these windows have allowed organizations to apply for LPFM licenses. Here’s an overview of the LPFM window process and related developments:
Is there a specific minimum requirement for the number of board members or directors on the licensee’s nonprofit corporation board?
For most states, nonprofit corporations are mandated to maintain a minimum of three directors, although New Hampshire imposes a slightly higher requirement of five directors. It’s worth noting that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has recently started rejecting certain applications, such as those for the transfer of control if the board falls short of the state’s minimum director requirement.
I’ve heard a rumor that if you’re compelled into a timeshare arrangement, the license becomes non-renewable. Is this accurate?
Regrettably, that statement is correct. According to §73.872(d)(4) of the rules, if the applicants within the mutually exclusive (MX) group end up in involuntary time sharing without a settlement agreement, the licenses will have non-renewable terms. However, if the group members later come to a settlement, even if the hours of operation remain the same, the licenses will become renewable.