Common use of Overbuilds Clause in Contracts

Overbuilds. Embarq will not provide non-discriminatory access to FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop on an unbundled basis when Embarq has deployed a FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop parallel to, or in replacement of, an existing loop facility, except that: (a) Embarq will maintain the existing Copper Loop connected to a particular customer premises after deploying FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop and provide non-discriminatory access to the Copper Loop on an unbundled basis unless Embarq has retired the Copper Loop as set forth below. (b) If Embarq deploys FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop and maintains the existing Copper Loop, Embarq will restore the Copper Loop to serviceable condition upon request and at CLEC’s expense.

Overbuilds. Embarq will not provide non-discriminatory access to FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop on an unbundled basis when Embarq has deployed a FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop parallel to, or in replacement of, an existing loop facility, except that: (a) Embarq will maintain the existing Copper Loop connected to a particular customer premises after deploying FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop and provide non-discriminatory access to the Copper Loop on an unbundled basis unless Embarq has retired the Copper Loop as set forth below. (b) If Embarq deploys FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop and maintains the existing Copper Loop, Embarq will restore the Copper Loop to serviceable condition upon request and at CLEC’s expense. (c) If Embarq deploys FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop and retires the existing Copper Loop, Embarq will provide non-discriminatory access to a 64 kilobits per second transmission path capable of voice grade service over the FTTH Loop or FTTC Loop.