### Question
How is the term communications use defined?


### Answer
The term **communications use** is defined in *43 U.S.C. § 1761a* as the following:

> the placement and operation of a communications facility

#### Citation:
  - *43 U.S.C. § 1761a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 35-FEDERAL LAND POLICY AND MANAGEMENT > SUBCHAPTER V-RIGHTS-OF-WAY**

