FCC Checks Radio Paperwork: Less Hassle for DJ Wannabes?
Published Date: 3/3/2026
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Summary
The FCC is checking in on some paperwork rules to make sure they’re useful and not too tricky, especially for small businesses and local groups. They want your thoughts by May 4, 2026, on how to keep things clear and easy while still getting the info they need. This review affects folks applying for FM radio station permits and could save time and hassle in the future.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
FM Construction Permit Paperwork Burden
The FCC estimates Form 2100, Schedule 349 (FM Translator or Booster Construction Permit) involves 1,250 respondents filing 3,750 responses, with each response taking 0.5–1.5 hours. The FCC reports a total annual burden of 4,050 hours and total annual costs of $4,442,914 for this collection.
Online Public Notice Posting Requirement
If you apply to build an FM translator or FM booster station, you must post an online public notice on your station, licensee, parent, or other local website for 30 consecutive days starting within five business days after the FCC accepts your application. The online notice must link to a copy of the application in the FCC's LMS licensing database.
TV Transition Progress Report Requirement
Broadcast television stations required to report transition progress must file FCC Form 2100, Schedule 387; the FCC estimates 4 respondents will file 12 responses with about 2 hours per response (1 hour to complete the form and 1 hour for technical questions), for a total annual burden of 24 hours and no annual costs.
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