Horrocks has a firm understanding of applying for and obtaining permits for fiber optic construction. We have been completing engineering projects within the western United States for over 50 years and have developed strong relationships with many local jurisdictions as well as utility companies. We also have a wealth of experience on permitted crossings for railroads, canals, pipelines, aqueducts, various canal and irrigation companies, and other long-lead-time crossings. As we progress through these various permit processes, we will coordinate closely with the permitting agency up front, identifying those permits that will become critical-path and submitting those applications early in the design process. Special permitting can last anywhere from two to eight weeks, making it critical to identify and apply for these permits early. This enables a streamlined process, where the permits are ready once the design is completed. For federal and state permits, Horrocks has a specialized team of environmental specialists who can handle any federal permitting requirements. We have long-established relationships with these agencies after working with them on a regular basis over the past decades. We have performed numerous environmental clearance documents for projects on the National Forest Service, the National Park Service, and the Bureau of Land Management lands. We are very familiar with their processes and requirements and understand the necessary steps that are required.