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Lakeview Light & Power

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

Net metering & export

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

If the electricity generated by the Member and distributed back to LLP during the billing period, exceeds the electricity supplied by LLP, then the Member shall be: (1) billed for the appropriate Member service charge as other Members of LLP in the same

rate class; and (2) credited for the net excess kilowatt-hours generated during the billing period, with this kilowatt-hour credit appearing on Member's bill. Any residual net generation on the member's account shall be used on or before March 31st. Any remaining unused credits during the previous year shall be granted to the electric utility without any compensation to the Generator, in accordance with RCW 80.60.

Rebates Offered
0
Deregulated
0
Allows Standby
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
0

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
100
System Size Restriction Type
AC 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

Sizing requirement: Not heavily enforced but it's preferred to 100% offset or 100 kW AC (whichever is less). The utility does NOT purchase excess energy, and any excess energy after March 31 of each year will be eliminated.

Offset Calc Tool
Historical Usage

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Not required for IX submittals

SLD Reqs

Standard - See example uploaded

Electric Service Reqs

IEEE 1547-2018

UL 1741

IEEE 929-2000

Install Reqs

Disconnect switch required

  • shall be accessible on the exterior of the building and be accessible to utility personnel at all times.
  • Must be a visible break type in a metal enclosure, which can be secured by a padlock.
Placards

Common labeling furnished or approved by LLP 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.

Electrical Stamp Required
0
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Rate Schedule Link
link
Website
link
Phone
(253) 584-6060

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Revision Required
1
Mod Swap Requires Planset
1
Address ID
5412048
Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Lakeview Light & Power 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.