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Vera Water and 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
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Net Excess Generation Notes

If the electricity generated by the Customer and distributed back to Vera during the billing period, or any portion thereof, exceeds the electricity supplied by Vera, then the Customer shall be credited for the net excess kilowatt-hours generated during the billing period, with this kWh credit appearing on Customer’s bill for the following billing period. On March 31st of each calendar year, any remaining unused kilowatt-hour credit accumulated by the Customer during the previous year shall be granted to Vera, without any compensation to the Customer

Rebates Offered
0

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Interconnection Level
3
Line Taps Allowed
0
Load Taps Allowed
0
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
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 Type
Combination
Offset Value
100
Offset Calculation Basis
Historical
Offset Calculation Period
12
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
Offset Calc Tool
Historical Usage

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Utility Disconnect Switch

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Standard

SLD Reqs

Standard

Electric Service Reqs

Installation and operation of generator and related facilities shall be in compliance with the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, Washington State Safety Standards as applicable, and Vera’s policies and procedures as applicable.

Install Reqs

AC Disconnect Required

  • Must be 24/7 accessible
  • must be mounted to an exterior wall next the to utility meter

Confirmed with utility on 7/26 that they no longer require a production meter

Electrical Stamp Required
0
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0

Other details

Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Vera Water and 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.