What is a radio base station reconfiguration procedure?

This procedure outlines the application procedure to be followed by the mobile services operators (hereinafter called the “operators”) for the reconfiguration of existing radio base stations NOT involving changes in the structural design and planning perspective of the parent building, and the change of land use.

What is a telecommunications system (radio base station)?

A telecommunications system (radio base station) may comprise an equipment room/shelter which is a structure for housing power supply and transmission equipment and/or antennae which are fixed to roof parapet of a building or attached to supporting frames projecting from the external wall of a building. 2.

How will OFTA assess a radio base station application?

5. To ascertain that the proposed radio base station would not cause harmful radio interference with other telecommunications systems or services and would not pose any unacceptable non-ionization radiation hazards to personnel or residents in the vicinity, OFTA will assess the application based on the information provided in Annex 1 to Part B. 6.

How do I apply for a radio base station?

The applicant should also submit details of the proposed installation including sizes of hub units, equipment room/shelter and radio coverage of the proposed radio base station. In case the applicant is not the registered owner, an authorization letter signed by the registered owner should also be submitted.

Can a radio base station be installed within a building?

The proposed radio base station installation within building is certified to constitute material change in use which necessitates submission of notification to the Building Authority under BO s25.

How long does a radio base station application take?

6. OFTA will normally take about 10 working days to process the application. 7. OFTA may approve an application if the proposed radio base station complies with the requirements of frequency emission and radiation safety. 8.