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Washington Utility Interconnection & net metering rules

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Net Metering AllowedYes
NEM TypeAnnual
Line Taps AllowedYes
Load Taps AllowedYes
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
Yes
NEM Type
Annual
TOU Utility
No
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Net Excess Generation Notes

If the electricity generated by the Member and distributed back to PLC during the billing period, exceeds the electricity supplied by PLC, then the Member shall be credited for the net excess kilowatt-hours generated during the billing period, with this kilowatt-hour credit appearing on Member’s bill. At the end of the 12 months, unused kWh will be granted to PLC with no compensation to the customer

Rebates Offered
No
Deregulated
Yes

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Line Taps Allowed
Yes
Load Taps Allowed
Yes
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0

System size & offset

System Size Battery Included
No
System Size Includes Existing Systems
No
Offset Value
0
Offset Calculation Period
0
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
System Offset Notes

Interconnecting generating facilities under 100 kW may require a separate transformer. If PLC requires a dedicated distribution transformer, the Applicant or Generator shall pay for all costs of the new transformer and related facilities

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
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Standard

SLD Reqs

Standard

Electric Service Reqs

AC Disconnect Required

  •  Applicant shall furnish and install on Applicant’s side of the meter, a UL-approved safety disconnect switch which shall be capable of fully disconnecting the Applicant's Generating Facility from PLC’s Electric System. The disconnect switch shall be accessible on the exterior of the building and shall be of the visible break type in a metal enclosure which can be secured by a padlock. The disconnect switch shall be accessible to PLC personnel at all times.

Production Meter Required

  • Must install an appropriate meter base on the Generating Facility for the installation of a Production Meter by PLC as part of the interconnection set-up of the Generating Facility.
Placards

Common labeling furnished or approved by PLC 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
No
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
No
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
No
Website
link

Other details

Revision Required
Yes
Mod Swap Requires Planset
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Peninsula Light Company 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.