Cable & Video Service

Iowa Code chapter 477A authorizes the IUB to issue certificates of franchise authority to cable and video service providers.  

Review the following links for the IUB's rules about certificates of franchise authority, forms and instructions.

• 199 Iowa Administrative Code 44, "Certificates of Franchise Authority for Cable and Video Service"

• Instructions for Completing Application and Notice Forms for Certificates of Franchise Authority 

• Initial Application for Certificates of Franchise Authority 

• Notice of Renewal, Service Area Revision, Transfer or Termination of Certificate of Franchise Authority 

To find the names and service areas of cable and video service providers that have received certificates from the IUB, go to our electronic filing system (EFS) and do a filing search using "VCA" for the document title to get a complete listing.