Case Study
Navigating the Municipal Process- A Symphony Playbook
Unlocking Value in a Regulated Environment
Situated in Renton, WA, the monopole stood tall within a suburban area on municipal property. Symphony Towers Acquisition Advisor recognized the potential in this location and aimed to navigate the complexities of securing the best pricing and terms for the acquisition. To streamline the process, Symphony pulled from previous experience closing deals with municipalities to ensure the city got everything it needed out of the deal.
One of the key challenges in acquiring telecom infrastructure on municipal property lies in navigating bureaucratic procedures and ensuring alignment with local regulations. Leveraging her expertise as an Acquisition Advisor, took charge of this aspect of the deal. Her understanding of municipal processes ensured a smooth and compliant transaction, minimizing potential hurdles that could arise from the unique nature of the property.
“Without Symphony’s experience and playbook to get deals like this to happen, this would have taken us months to figure out even where to get started. Symphony promised to make things simple, and they followed through.” — Jack, City Attorney
Closing the Deal: Educated & Experienced Partners
Symphony employs a full legal team to ensure closings of all kinds happen efficiently. In this case, Symphony leveraged a proven playbook for working with municipalities. Building on its experience, the team produced educational materials for all parties involved in the asset sale and prepared a formal presentation for the town’s board to support a final decision. As expected, the town entered negotiations—something Symphony both anticipates and encourages. With a collaborative approach, Symphony positioned the deal as a valuable long-term partnership for all parties involved.
Collaborative Success: Benefits for All Parties
The town’s goals were straightforward: to generate both immediate and long-term value through the sale of cellular asset rights and existing leases. The advisor and her team structured a deal that preserved the underlying land, delivered top-dollar value for the site in the short term, and created shared upside as Symphony works to add additional tenants to the monopole.
This approach laid the groundwork for future opportunities with the town, supporting broader initiatives through similar partnership models.
Symphony Towers’ partner secured a high-value asset on optimal terms, the municipality met its objectives in full compliance with regulations, and American Tower experienced a seamless transition of ownership. This collaborative outcome underscores Symphony’s commitment to creating value for all stakeholders involved.
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