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JCP&L - Jersey Central Power & Light

New Jersey Utility Interconnection & net metering rules
Net Metering Allowed1
Supply Side Taps Allowed1
Line Taps Allowed1
Load Taps Allowed1
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
1
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Rebates Offered
1
Allows Standby
1

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Interconnection Level
1
Supply Side Taps Allowed
1
Line Taps Allowed
1
Load Taps Allowed
1
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
0
System Size Restriction Type
No Restrictions
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Type
Percentage
Offset Value
100
Offset Calculation Basis
Historical
Offset Calculation Period
12
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
Utility Specific Adjustments

Load Justification

  • Required for utility bills with less than 12 months of usage
  • Required for projects over 10kW AC
  • Required to be signed and stamped by PE
System Size Justification
Load Justification
System Offset Notes


Offset Calc Tool
PV Watts

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
Production Meter Position
N/A
Production Meter Labeling
N/A
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect
Meter Spot Required
0
Allowed Meter Adapter
Tesla Backup Switch,ConnectDER

Plans & docs

SLD Reqs

All Projects

  • Identify the make and model of the disconnect switch
  • PV Panels > INV (RGM) > DISCO > MSP
  • RGM inverter is required, not production meter.
  • Tap inside the Utility Meter is not Permitted
Install Reqs


Placards

All Projects

  • Disconnect switch must be labeled: Generator Disconnect Switch
  • Label must be permanent.
  • Lettering must be minimum 3/8 inch height.
Electrical Stamp Required
0
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Website
link
Phone
(800) 662-3115

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Revision Required
0
Mod Swap Requires Planset
1
Address ID
108144
Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with JCP&L - Jersey Central Power & Light before you rely on this. The useful move: if an installer says you need a main panel upgrade, ask how these tap and interconnection policies were considered first.