[address-policy-wg] 2007-01 implementation clarification

Dear Andy,

Andy Davidson wrote:
> Hi,
>
> A customer has indicated to me that they want PI space for a business 
> or project that is not incorporated. Under the new 2007-01 rules, what 
> is the correct way to request PI?
>
> In UK law, a business might not be incorporated, but in such 
> circumstances, the income and actions of the business are treated as 
> the income and actions of the principal person behind the business.  
> In such circumstances does this mean the individual should apply for PI?
>
> Previously I'd have advised to use the trading name to apply for PI, 
> but under new rules I am aware that PI holders need to be able to sign 
> contracts... The trading name might not be a legal entity able or 
> willing to sign.
>
> They plan to multihome, their need for PI appears justified to me.
>

This is correct, the applicant does not have to be an incorporated 
business. Independent Internet number resources will be assigned as long 
as the applicant's request is justified according to RIPE policy.
RIPE Policies can be found at: http://www.ripe.net/ripe/docs/index.html

Best regards,

Andrea Cima
RIPE NCC

> Andy
>