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Kentucky Utilities

Virginia Utility Interconnection & net metering rules
Net Metering Allowed1
NEM TypeMonthly
Line Taps Allowed0
Load Taps Allowed0
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
1
NEM Type
Monthly
TOU Utility
0
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Net Excess Generation Notes

For each billing period, Company will net the dollar value of the total energy consumed and the dollar value of the total energy exported by Customer as follows: Company will (a) bill Customer for all energy consumed from Company in accordance with Customer’s standard rate and (b) Company will provide a dollar-denominated bill credit for each kWh Customer produces to the Company’s grid. Bill credit = $0.07366 per kWh


** Any unused credits EOY will NOT be rolled over into the next year

Rebates Offered
1
Deregulated
0

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Interconnection Level
3
Line Taps Allowed
0
Load Taps Allowed
0
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0
Meter Aggregation Allowed
1

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
45
System Size Restriction Type
AC kW
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Type
Combination
Offset Value
100
Offset Calculation Basis
Historical
Offset Calculation Period
12
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
Inverter Oversize Restrictions
0
Offset Calc Tool
Historical Usage

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
Yes
Production Meter Position
Inv-Disco-PM-POI
Production Meter Labeling
Production Meter
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect
Allowed Meter Adapter
ConnectDER

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Standard - Example in files

SLD Reqs

Standard - Example in files

** Production Meter is Required

Install Reqs

Disconnect Requirements:


  • Easily accessible by LG&E and KU 24/7, when requested.
  • Located on the same wall as, and in line of sight of, LG&E and KU’s electric revenue meter.
  • Distance between meter base and disconnect switch shall be a minimum of 6 inches and a maximum of 3 feet. If disconnect switch cannot be located next to the meter base, customer shall provide labeling as to the location of the disconnect switch.
  • When wall−mounted or floor standing (pad−mounted), installed at a typical vertical height of 5 feet 6 inches (66 inches), as measured from the ground to the center of the disconnect switch enclosure.
  • Clearly marked on the submitted single-line diagram indicating the manufacturer, model type, voltage rating, current rating, and location.
  • Installed in a safe and acceptable location that meets the same working space requirements as a meter panel.
Placards

Disconnect:

  • Includes marking or signage on the switch that clearly indicates the open (off) and closed (on) positions.
Electrical Stamp Required
0
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
1
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Rate Schedule Link
link
Website
link

Other details

Address ID
2488311
Express Planset Eligible
No
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Kentucky Utilities 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.