No fee, no entry, no connectivity

EDITORIAL

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People complain about poor internet connectivity at home. This connectivity doesn't fall from the sky; it's a service provided by private companies.

And one of the major providers, Globe Telecom Inc., has issued a rare statement, citing difficulties not just in its expansion programs, but even in carrying out maintenance work and restoration of service in gated communities.

The company pointed to access restrictions, steep fees and administrative barriers imposed by several homeowners' associations, which have delayed the restoration of network services.

Apart from permit requirements, the HOAs impose unreasonable entry fees and construction bonds, some of which "are recurring, excessive, or undefined in scope," Globe said.