Question about experiences with fiber installs in a MAN application

Everyone,

I was wondering if anyone has some general information relating to fiber
installs in an urban environment. Issues that we have brainstormed
include permitting, contracting, etc. We are tired of the increasing
Telco charges and are looking to put fiber in between multiple locations
along a 1.7 mile path. Your comments are appreciated, if there is
interest I will summarize the results.

Thanks!

Dan Lockwood