ARTICLE II. CABLE SERVICES FRANCHISES
Needs a look
The code describes a local approval process that most new video providers likely don't go through anymore, which could mislead residents and providers. See the fix
Plain English: what this chapter covers
This chapter sets the rules for companies that want to run cable TV or telephone/telecom lines along Ashburn's streets and rights-of-way. It covers how a company applies for a franchise, what the city looks at before saying yes, and the fees involved. It also sets the 5% franchise fee the city collects from cable and video companies that hold a Georgia state franchise. Most of it matters to companies, not households, but it shapes who can offer service in town.
What's in here
- Sec. 80-31 Definitions1
- Sec. 80-32 Retroactivity
- Sec. 80-33 Delegation
- Sec. 80-34 Granting authority
- Sec. 80-35 Franchise applications
- Sec. 80-36 Nonrefundable application fees for new franchises1
- Sec. 80-37 Public availability of applications
- Sec. 80-38 Responsibilities of applicants
- Sec. 80-39 Evaluation criteria
- Sec. 80-40 Procedure for consideration of and action on applications
- Sec. 80-41 Terms and conditions of franchise
- Sec. 80-42 Franchise fee for state issued cable or video franchise
- Secs. 80-43—80-60 Reserved
This is a plain-English guide, not legal advice. The official code is on Municode and at City Hall. Our copy is from April 30, 2026.
Online: https://jamesburgessleads.com/city-code/PTIICOOR_CH80TE_ARTIICASEFR
Official version: https://library.municode.com/GA/Ashburn/codes/Code_of_Ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH80TE_ARTIICASEFR
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