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Northfield Electric Dept

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

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
1
NEM Type
Monthly
TOU Utility
0
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Rebates Offered
0
Deregulated
0

Interconnection & taps

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

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
50
System Size Restriction Type
DC kW
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Value
0
Offset Calculation Period
0
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
System Offset Notes

Up to 50kW

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
Yes
Production Meter Position
Inv-PM-Disco-POI
Production Meter Labeling
Production Meter
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect
Meter Spot Process

TDR Process $100 per trip, if utility determines it is not able to be completed in one day, they will charge a second trip.

TDR - Who to

TDR - Applications/Documents Req No docs required

TDR - ETA of notice required for request No ETA required

TDR - Who can schedule? Does not matter

TDR - ETA of Utility Scheduling TDR No timeframe available, "case by case".

Allowed Meter Adapter
ConnectDER

Plans & docs

SLD Reqs

Production meter required

Provide copies of One-Line Diagrams showing the generation facility equipment; this is required for all projects. Projects over 150 KW in size require the One-Line Diagrams to be signed and stamped by a licensed Electrical Engineer (PE).

Install Reqs

The customer shall provide a lockable disconnect switch which meets NEC requirements and is accessible by first responders as per NEC requirements. This switch shall also be accessible by the Utility’s employees, and may be used to prevent parallel operation under certain circumstances. Contact your local utility as they may have additional requirements for the disconnect. The disconnect switch shall be clearly marked ‘Generator Disconnect Switch’ with permanent letters, a minimum of 3/8 inch high. The preferred location of the generator disconnect switch is that it be located outdoors within 10 feet of the Utility’s electric service meter. With your local utility’s approval, the generator disconnect switch may be located in some other accessible location, however in this circumstance, there shall be a placard placed at the service location giving directions to the location of the disconnect per NEC.

Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Website
link
Phone
(802) 485-5411

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Address ID
282889
Express Planset Eligible
No
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Northfield Electric Dept 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.