5G Safety, 6409 Compliance, and Revenue Recovery

Across California, carriers have used Section 6409 to push major 5G upgrades through as “minor modifications.” Equipment has changed, antenna power has jumped, and RF exposure has increased – but many sites never went back through full city review.

For cities, that means three things:

• Non-compliant sites and public-safety risk
• Bypassed CUP updates and missed hearings
• Lost permit and lease revenue that should have gone to infrastructure and services
   

We work alongside your staff to find these sites, enforce the rules, and turn safety and compliance into new, recurring revenue.

A rooftop cell tower lease is only as strong as the numbers behind it. Our valuations go beyond surface estimates by combining proprietary market data, carrier revenue models, and technical site analysis to assess the potential worth of your lease. This approach provides property owner advocacy by giving clarity not only on current payments but also on what their sites may be capable of generating, while ensuring FCC safety compliance is maintained. 

With expert advisory support, landlords gain data-driven insights for lease optimization during negotiations. We provide clear reports and strategy recommendations that help owners avoid undervaluation and pursue lease terms aligned with fair market potential.

Many existing leases are outdated, leaving landlords vulnerable to underpayments, unreviewed upgrades, and weak escalation clauses. Our team specializes in lease optimization, meticulously reviewing every detail of your agreement to highlight potential missed revenue and areas for renegotiation.

We then leverage our technical expertise in FCC safety compliance and decades of negotiation experience to advocate for property owners, helping clients pursue competitive compensation, stronger protections, and forward-looking terms. The result is a lease that supports long-term stability and aligns with landlord interests.

The rapid expansion of 5G networks has introduced new compliance challenges for rooftop installations, particularly in terms of FCC safety compliance. Without proper oversight, property owners may unknowingly host sites that do not meet FCC RF safety guidelines, creating potential risks for tenants, workers, and landlords. 

Our team specializes in lease optimization by providing RF safety evaluations, emissions testing, and site audits to help verify compliance with regulatory standards. By addressing compliance proactively, property owner advocacy is strengthened, ensuring both property value and safe site operations.

Carriers may add equipment or draw building power without full documentation, leading to unexpected costs for landlords. Our audits assess site conditions to identify unreported antennas, modifications, or excessive power usage that impact compensation and transparency, all while ensuring FCC safety compliance. 

Through detailed reporting, we assist property owners in addressing revenue discrepancies, optimizing lease agreements, clarifying lease compliance, and reducing future risk. A comprehensive power and equipment audit not only helps maintain fair compensation but also supports property owner advocacy by ensuring that rooftops remain secure and properly managed.

When carriers propose new leases or amendments, property owners face decisions that impact both compensation and long-term property rights. Without proper review, landlords may agree to terms that undervalue their sites or limit future flexibility, potentially compromising FCC safety compliance. Our focus on lease optimization ensures that property owner advocacy is at the forefront of every negotiation. 

We provide expert guidance through every stage of development and expansion, from reviewing site plans to negotiating contract terms. Our goal is to create agreements that reflect current market conditions and safeguard landlord interests as networks evolve from 5G to 6G.

We work exclusively with landlords and property owners, representing a broad spectrum of clients including REITs, commercial developers, churches, self-storage facilities, and retail landlords. 

Through lease management, compliance reviews focused on FCC safety compliance, and revenue analysis, we help property owners strengthen their cell tower agreements as long-term assets. With SCM Advisors, landlords benefit from lease optimization and gain an independent partner dedicated to property owner advocacy, supporting their interests and protecting property value nationwide.