2011/09/14 Council Agenda Packet

9 H. Dedicated Distribution Transformer. To ensure reliable service to all PUD customers and to minimize possible problems for other customers, the PUD will review the need for a dedicated-to-single-customer distribution transformer. Interconnecting gen- eration under 100 kW may require a separate transformer. If the PUD requires a dedicated distribution trans- former,the Customer shall pay for all costs of the new transformer and related facilities. I. Metering Net Metering for Solar, Wind, Hydropower and Fuel Cells as set forth in RCW 80.60: The PUD shall install, own and maintain a kilowatt-hour meter, or meters as the installation may determine, capable of register- ing the bi-directional flow of electricity at the Point of Common Coupling at a level of accuracy that meets all applicable standards, regulations and statutes. The meter(s) may measure such parameters as time of delivery, power factor, voltage and such other parameters as the PUD shall specify. The customer shall provide space for metering equipment. It will be the customer's responsibility to provide the current transformer enclosure (if re- quired),meter socket(s) and junction box after the customer has submitted his/her drawings and equipment spe- cifications for PUD approval. The PUD may approve other generating sources for net metering but is not re- quired to do so. Production Metering: The PUD may require separate metering for production. This meter will record all generation produced and may be billed separately from any net metering or customer usage metering. All costs associated with the installation of production metering will be paid by the customer. J. Labeling. Common labeling furnished or approved by the PUD and in accordance with NEC requirements must be posted on meter base,disconnects, and transformers informing working personnel that generation is operating at or is located on the premises. K. Insurance & Liability As currently set forth for qualifying generation under RCW 80.60, for solar, wind, hydro or fuel cells no additional insurance will be necessary. For other generation facilities permitted under these standards but not contained within RCW 80.60, additional insurance and indemnification may be required. Qualifying generation must meet these interconnection standards and maintain compliance with these standards during operation. L. Future Modification or Expansion. Prior to any future modification or expansion of the customer-owned generating facility, the customer will obtain PUD review and approval. The PUD reserves the right to require the customer, at the customer's ex- pense, to provide corrections or additions to existing electrical devices in the event of modification of govern- ment or industry regulations and standards. M. PUD System Capacity For the overall safety and protection of the PUD system, RCW 80.60 currently limits interconnection of generation for net metering to 0.25% of the PUD's peak demand during 1996. Additionally, interconnection of qualified customer-owned generation to individual distribution feeders will be limited to 10% of the feeder's peak capacity. However, the PUD may, in its sole discretion, allow additional generation interconnection beyond these stated limits. N. Customer-Owned Equipment Protection It is the responsibility of the customer to protect their facilities, loads and equipment and comply with Snohomish County PUD Net Metering Agreement Rev.4/201110 10 Reviewed: ALS 6-27-11