HAHarvey Walden
10 hours agoFiber Optics & Broadband Installation
Fiber Optics & Broadband Installation | Seminole, FL
Fiber installation work is ongoing throughout the City of Seminole. This is NOT a City project. The construction you are seeing is being carried out by private telecommunications companies that are installing fiber-optic infrastructure. This type of work involves installing access vaults and underground cables in public rights-of-way.
The City of Seminole does NOT have the authority to prevent these projects. Florida Statute 337.401 requires municipalities to allow telecommunications providers access to public rights-of-way.
In Seminole, three main companies are installing fiber-optic infrastructure:
IQ Fiber Customer Service: (800) 495-4775
T-Mobile Customer Service: (800) 453-6110
Verizon/Frontier Customer Service: (813) 278-0657
Frequently Asked Questions:
Who are these people digging on my lawn?!
The workers you are most likely seeing are contractors installing fiber optic cables for a telecommunications company. This work is taking place within the public right-of-way (ROW), which extends beyond the edge of the roadway and can vary in width throughout the City. A property survey can show where the right-of-way ends and where a private property begins. Some areas may also have additional utility easements on the property plat. It is the contractor’s responsibility to verify that all work remains within the permitted right-of-way.
Who allowed this?
Florida Statute 337.401 requires municipalities to allow telecommunications providers access to public rights-of-way for their facilities. Under State and Federal law, the City of Seminole does not have the authority to prevent these projects.
Why wasn't I notified?
The City of Seminole requires installers to inform HOAs and residents of upcoming work. This notice is often mistaken for an advertisement.
What are these flags and marks being put in my right-of-way? Can I remove them?
The flags and markings you may see are part of the utility-locating process. 811 is the national “Call Before You Dig” number, and Florida law requires homeowners, contractors, and subcontractors to contact 811 before beginning excavation work. The different colors help identify existing underground utilities and other information needed to safely complete the work. Do NOT remove, move, or cover any flags or markings. For more information about the 811 process and marking colors, visit the 811 website.
Who is responsible for damages?
The telecommunications provider and its contractor are responsible for any damage from permitted work. Florida Statute 337.401 holds the permit holder responsible for damage resulting from the activity. If you are concerned about potential damage, we recommend taking timestamped photos once you see flags appear, before work begins. This documentation can help establish the condition of the area before construction and may be useful if you need to file a damage claim with the telecommunications provider.
