By:  Stephen Garcia and Kathryn O’Leary

New construction developers face numerous challenges to stay current with the latest trends in telecom/data innovations and the shift towards managed Wi-Fi deployments. Although the process is similar, projects with build-to-rent single-family units (SFU) and/or townhomes can present additional concerns around permitting, easement access in public and private streets/alleyways, and the infrastructure an Owner must install so that Service Providers can reach each lot and then access each home to reach the media cabinet. 

As with all projects, it’s important to have an LV design plan that is comprehensive and clear. This ensures that subcontractors in the field understand what outside and inside infrastructure will be installed and what their scope of work will be. When possible, the outside plant will typically follow the utility trench plan (called an “intent”) and will house the Service Provider(s) backbone distribution throughout the property. The utility company’s intent will be sent to the telecom providers who will provide markups showing their additional elements. Once approved by the utility company, the final plan is referred to as the “composite” and constitutes the main joint trench plan for the project, providing both wet and dry […]

By:  Rush Blakely

Many of our clients are deploying managed property-wide Wi-Fi or other bulk purchase internet programs to improve the resident experience, create operational efficiencies for the property and staff, and yes, increase net operating income.  

Property-wide managed Wi-Fi requires Owner and property staff involvement during the deployment phase – site surveys, installation of equipment and wiring, in-unit access, revision of lease agreements, and getting residents connected. However, we have found too many times after services are up and running, additional support is needed to ensure a continued reliable connection and happy residents.  

That’s why RealtyCom Partners offers network monitoring and support services for Owners with property-wide managed Wi-Fi or bulk internet as a subscription service. Unlike traditional marketing and revenue agreements, the owner is sponsoring the service provided to residents – our service ensures support during the entire agreement and is cancelable at any time. 

Before a client chooses a particular service provider proposal, RealtyCom provides a financial analysis of the contract value and reviews the scope of work.  Once a service provider proposal is accepted, transition planning and project management begin with a comprehensive plan for training and a […]

When it comes to new construction multi-family (MDU) developments, there are many critical components in terms of telecom infrastructure and deployment that need to be taken into consideration.

Often, elements of telecommunication installations get overlooked as the TCO date quickly approaches and the larger construction milestones are being completed. One of the most important telecom elements within an MDU is the Minimum Point Of Entry or the MPOE. This room is vital and can be considered the heart of the entire telecom infrastructure buildout for the project and it is where all the Service Provider connection points converge onto the Owner’s property from the Right of Way (ROW). The MPOE acts as the handoff point where services are delivered to feed the different buildings, units, and common areas throughout the project. Given this is the heart of the telecom install, it is important to stay up to date with the construction and completion of this building location in preparation for telecom companies so their cabling and equipment can be installed completely in a timely fashion to effectively deliver needed building services on time. 

At RealtyCom we call this telecom milestone “MPOE Room […]