Haw. Code R. § 16-133-2 - New cable franchise
No person shall construct, operate, or acquire a cable system, or extend an existing cable system outside its designated service area without first obtaining a cable franchise to do so. A cable franchise may be obtained by applying to the director. No cable franchise shall be issued except upon the director's approval of the written application and submission of the fee of $1,000. The term of a new cable franchise shall be fifteen years.
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