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DATE: May 21, 2002
FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL FROM:
Ellen Switzer
SUBJECT :
First Reading of Ordinance No. 083, 2002, Approving the Fort Collins Utilities' Electric Service
Rules and Regulations and Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff and the Electric Board recommend adoption of the Ordinance on First Reading.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The proposed ordinance updates and revises the Fort Collins Utilities' Electric Service Rules and
Regulations and Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures. Both policies were
last revised in November 1988. The majority of changes to both policy documents are
"housekeeping" in nature.
The Electric Service Rules and Regulations establish the conditions of service. for electric
customers of the Fort Collins Utilities. Each electric rate schedule in the City Code states:
"Service supplied under this schedule is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the
electric utility rules and regulations as approved by the City Council." Proposed changes
include:
• Section 8.6, "Errors", is a revised policy for billing corrections to eliminate back-billing a
customer for errors that result through no fault of the customer. The proposed policy change
also limits the Fort Collins Utilities' responsibility for reimbursement of billing errors
resulting in overcharges to no more than six years.
■ Section 10.2 is the addition of a policy regarding "Investment Recovery for Stranded
Facilities." This provision requires property owners to pay an investment recovery fee if
they elect to receive electric distribution delivery service that bypasses the Utilities'
distribution system and thus strand existing utility facilities to the detriment of other
ratepayers.
• Section 11.15.2 requires the payment of wheeling charges for use of the Fort Collins
Utilities' distribution system when a producer generates more power than is required for its
own use.
• Additional changes throughout the policy are routine "housekeeping" items in order to
clarify existing provisions and to reflect current terminology and utility practices.
• Numbering of each section and paragraph has been added for ease of reference and will
facilitate accessing the document after it's posted on the City's web site.
The companion document, the Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures,
outlines guidelines for the installation of electric systems for all construction, new development,
redevelopment and remodeling. Recommended changes include:
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• Section 4.2 is a new paragraph clarifying that electric development charges are pro-rated
when electric capacity is increased if the electric development fees have not been previously
paid.
• Section 5.3.7 and Section 8.2.3 are both related to the additional requirement for the owners
of multi-family and commercial buildings to provide a one-inch conduit from the transformer
to a point inside near the metering installation for the Utilities' use.
■ Section 13, "Locate Policy", is revised to comply with Colorado statute.
• The underground utility installation sequence is revised to reflect current construction
practices and to provide separate construction sequences for development with attached and
detached sidewalks.
■ Additional changes are routine "housekeeping" items in order to clarify existing policies and
to reflect current terminology and construction practices of the Utility.
■ Numbering of each section and paragraph has been added for ease of reference.
In the past, the Electric Service Rules and Regulations and the Electric Construction Policies,
Practices and Procedures have both been approved by City Council Resolution. City Council
last authorized changes to the policies with the adoption of Resolutions 88-177 and 88-176.
Because the policies are deemed to be legislative in nature, and in accordance with Section 26-
463 of the City Code, it is now recommended that Council approve the policies by ordinance.
The Electric Board reviewed and discussed the Electric Service Rules and Regulations and the
Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures at its May 1, 2002, meeting. During
that review, Board members suggested several revisions including using different nomenclature
for the Utilities (from the previously used title of "FCU") and revisions and clarifications to
several sections. Staff concurred with the Board's suggestions and the proposed Regulations
have been modified to address the comments of the Electric Board. The Electric Board
unanimously passed a motion recommending Council approval of the revised Electric Service
Rules and Regulations and the Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures. The
final drafting of the Board's changes was completed after the Board's motion, however, Board
members have since reviewed the final wording of the Regulations via e-mail. Minutes of the
Electric Board meeting are attached.
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City Council Liaison Electric Board Chairperson Electric Board Vice Chairperson
Eric Hamrick Alison Mason 493-1295 Jeff Lebesch 221-0543
Staff Liaison Secretary
DeEtta Carr 221-6702 Vicki Mesa
Roll Call
Board Present: Alison Mason-Chairperson, Jeff Lebesch-Vice Chairperson, Dan Bihn, Barbara
Rutstein, Richard Smart and Linda Stewart
Board Absent: Guy Helme
Staff Present: Dave Agee, Bill Bray, Suzanne Jarboe-Simpson, Bob Kost, Tom Rock, Tim Sagen,
Mike Smith, Dennis Sumner, Bill Switzer, Ellen Switzer, Wendy Williams and DeEtta Carr
Visitor: Carrie Daggett, Assistant City Attorney
Meetine Opened
Chairperson Alison Mason called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m.
Electric Rules and Regulations and the Electric Construction Policies Practices and Procedures
Ellen Switzer gave a brief presentation regarding changes to the Electric Service Rules and
Regulations, which establish conditions of service for electric customers. She stated the Electric
Construction Policies Practices and Procedures outlines the guidelines for the installation of electric
systems for all construction, new development, redevelopment as well as remodeling.
She clarified for the Board that it was their responsibility to advise Council on policy matters and
requested feedback from the Board on the changes.
The following Sections were reviewed and discussed between the Board and staff.
General Comment: Barbara Rutstein commented that she did not like the "FCU" abbreviation used
to refer to the Fort Collins Utilities in both the Electric Service Rules and Regulations and the Electric
Construction Policies Practices and Procedures. She suggested it be changed and other board members
concurred.
Electric Board Minute Meetings Page 2
May 1, 2002
ELECTRIC SERVICE RULES AND REGULATIONS
Section 8.8.2 Lien on Property. Barbara asked if the intent of the changes to this section was to allow
a property owner the right to terminate a tenants (consumers) electric utility service even if the
consumer was not in arrears. Ellen confirmed that it was drafted to allow the property owner to
terminate the service at any time. This was proposed because of the lien ordinance under
which the owner is financially responsible for all utility service to their property.
Barbara stated she opposed the revision, noting that she did not believe a landowner should
have the right to terminate a tenant's service. She stated that service should only be terminated
if there was an outstanding balance.
Assistant City Attorney Carrie Daggett, responded to issues raised by Barbara Rutstein stating
unpaid balances are ultimately the responsibility of the landowner and that their property would
be subject to a lien. She emphasized that the City should not get involved in landlord/tenant
disputes, stating there are laws in place to protect tenants.
Wendy Williams reported that there is no method currently in place to inform property owners
when utility bills are being accrued against their property, ultimately resulting in a lien against
the property.
Carrie stated that there is a requirement in the proposed draft to require the Utilities to notify
the customer of record when the property owner terminates the service.
Dan Bihn suggested that Section 8.8.2 be revised to include that a consumer be at least one
month in arrears.
10.6 Foreign Power and 10.2. Investment Recovery for Stranded Facilities. There was confusion
about these two sections and how they differed. Ellen explained that section 10.2 was an
attempt to recover the costs of the Utilities' distribution system in the event a customer with
multiple facilities tried to bypass our distribution system and provide their own distribution
between their facilities. The intent is to protect other rate payers by not allowing distribution
costs to be bypassed. 10.6. deals with preventing another utility from delivering power directly
to the customer. Neither section was intended to be permissive. Staff agreed to rewrite these
sections to clarify. Dan asked if recovery for renewables could be included in the lost revenue
calculation of 10.2. Mike Smith stated that staff is looking into how to include this within the
rates.
11.2.2. Parallel Generation for Customer's Use. Clarification: This section is intended for larger
power generators. Because of the all requirements contract with Platte River Power Authority,
the Utilities is not permitted to purchase energy from generators, however, PRPA permits us to
purchase small amounts on a pilot basis.
11.8. Discontinuity of Deliveries. Clarification: The right to discontinue deliveries is intended for a
parallel generator who generates excess power. If the Utilities has a contract with the generator
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May 1, 2002
to deliver power they are producing, the Utilities may have a safety or operational need to
discontinue that delivery.
11.3.5. Delivery to a Purchasing Utility. Clarification: The tariff mentioned is not the tariff Platte
River uses to bill the city. Mike stated that PRPA has multiple tariffs.
8.6. Errors. Clarification: The draft policy states that the City will not back bill customers. It
states that if the error is in favor of the customer, the City will reimburse for up to six years but
will not bill a customer for a billing error made by the Utilities that has resulted in underbilling
a customer.
General Comment: Jeff Lebesch asked how difficult it would be to change the Rules and Regulations
if they are later found to conflict with the Energy Policy being developed. Ellen stated that we
could request changes to the Rules and Regulations at any time by going back to City Council
with another ordinance.
CONSTRUCTION POLICY PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES
4.1 New Development and Redevelopment. Clarification: Staff confirmed that only one copy of
the plat is now required.
4.2. Modifications to Capacity. Clarification: This would occur in an area where the system had
been installed before we charged development fees or if the property had been annexed by the
City.
6.1 Ganged meter sockets. Barbara asked if the meter sockets needed to be UL approved. Staff
replied that in order to be Utilities approved that they would also have to be UL approved.
13.6. 3 Locate Policy. Clarified: State law requires that if markings are clearly visible they have 30
days to excavate. This changes the current language to read 30 days instead of 72 hours in
compliance with State law.
Mike Smith identified the Boards two major issues:
• Change FCU (Fort Collins Utilities) to Utilities
• Tenant/Owner Issues
Staff agreed to address these concerns and revise the policies to comply with the Electric Board's
recommendations before they were submitted to City Council.
Barbara made a motion to adopt the recommended rules and regulations with the changes identified by
Mike. Richard Smart seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous.
Mike asked if the Board wished to see the revisions before they were sent to Council. The Board
agreed to review the revisions by e-mail.
. ORDINANCE NO. 083, 2002
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
APPROVING THE FORT COLLINS UTILITIES'
ELECTRIC SERVICE RULES AND REGULATIONS
AND ELECTRIC CONSTRUCTION POLICIES, PRACTICES AND PROCEDURES
WHEREAS, Section 26-463 requires that the rules and regulations applicable to electric
service and persons receiving electric service provided by the City shall be such rules as are adopted
by the Utilities General Manger and approved by ordinance of the City Council; and
WHEREAS,each electric rate schedule included in Section 26,Division 4 of the City Code
contains a paragraph that states: "Rules and Regulations. Service supplied under this schedule is
subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the electric utility rules and regulations as approved
by City Council"; and
WHEREAS, the Electric Service Rules and Regulations were last revised in 1988 and
approved by City Council Resolution 88-177; and
WHEREAS, the Utilities General Manager has recommended that changes be made to the
Electric Service Rules and Regulations in order to clarify existing provisions and to reflect current
operating practices and terminology and to recover costs of system improvements in connection with
• alternative service arrangements; and
WHEREAS,the Electric Construction Policies,Practices and Procedures provide rules and
guidelines for the installation of electric service to new development, redevelopment and
remodeling; and
WHEREAS,the Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures were last revised
in 1988 and approved by City Council Resolution 88-176; and
WHEREAS, the Utilities General Manager has recommended that changes be made to the
Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures in order to clarify existing provisions and
to reflect current operating practices and terminology; and
WHEREAS, on May 1, 2002, the Electric Board reviewed the proposed Electric Service
Rules and Regulations and Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures, and
recommended approval of the same subject to minor modifications,which modifications have been
completed and are reflected in the Electric Service Rules and Regulations and Electric Construction
Policies, Practices and Procedures, dated May 8, 2002,copies of which are on file in the Office of
the City Clerk and are available for public inspection (the "Regulations" and the "Policies,"
respectively).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS as follows:
Section 1. That the Regulations are hereby approved and shall govern the service and
related requirements applicable to all electric customers of Fort Collins Utilities.
Section 2. That the Policies are hereby approved and shall govern the as policies
governing all development,redevelopment and remodeling pertaining to electric service in the City
of Fort Collins.
Introduced and considered favorably on first reading, and ordered published this 21st day
of May, A.D. 2002, and to be presented for final passage on the 4th day of June, A.D. 2002.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Passed and adopted on final reading this 4th day of June, A.D. 2002.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
EXHIBIT 'W
May 8,2002
City of Fort Collins Utilities
Electric Service Rules and Regulations
1. Authority for Regulations
This policy and the regulations it implements are authorized by Section 26-463 of the Code
of the Citv of Fort Collins. and shall be available for public review at the Fort Collins
Utilities Service Center, the Fort Collins Utilities Customer Service Office and the Office of
the City Clerk of the City of Fort Collins.
2. General
2.1. These rules and regulations set forth terms and conditions under which electric service
is supplied by the Light and PE)•• ar Utiiit^f of the City of Fort Collins Utilities
(hereinafter called the Utilities) and are intended to govern all classes of electric
service supplied by the '"� utilities to e :i, customers (sometimes called
users)both within and outside the corporate limits of the City.
2.2. The t4i4ty Utilities provides a choice of several rate schedules for electric service to
the following customer classes: residential, commercial and industrial. Charges,
applicability and terms and conditions of service are specified in each of the rate
schedules.
2.3. Copies of the electric rate schedules are available at the> -Utilities Customer
Service Office.
2.4. In addition to the provisions and conditions herein, service supplied under the electric
rate schedules is subject to the service regulations specified in the rates, Electric
Construction Policies,Practices and Procedures, and such amendments or additions
thereto as may be made by the City.
2.5. Electric service fumished by the LtiF ty Utilities is also subject to the requirements set
forth in the Code of the City relating to electrical installations, inspections, licensing,
permits and regulations, and in the rules and regulations of the Chief Electrical
Inspector pursuant to the Electrical Code.
2.6. Any waiver at any time of the T'�s Utilities's requirements under these rules and
regulations shall not be deemed as a waiver as to any violation or other matter
subsequently occurring.
3. Service Available
3.1. Unless stated otherwise in the rules and regulations pertaining to specific electric rate
schedules, electric service supplied shall be 60 cycle alternating current typically as
follows:
• Single Phase
3-wire 120/240 or 120/208 volts
• Three Phase
4-wire 208 wye/120 volts
4-wire 480 wye/277 volts
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3.2. The Utility Utilities reserves the right to specify the phase and nominal voltage at
which service shall be supplied and to serve at different voltages where distribution is
made at other nominal voltages.
4. Type of Service
4.1. Permanent
Unless specific arrangements are made to the contrary, electric service shall be
considered rendered on a continuous,permanent basis subject to termination as
provided later in these rules and regulations.
4.2. Temporary Service
Temporary service is ens°�defined as electric service provided for a short-term
need, such as that service required by such ,._n rs customers as circuses,
construction contractors, carnivals, tent shows and similar enterprises. Prior to the start
of any construction required to provide temporary service, the applicant shall pay to the
Utility Utilities an amount equal to the Utilities' estimate of the total cost of
constructing and removing all facilities necessary to supply the desired service less the
salvage value of the materials used. At the r, Utilities' option, this billing may be
issued following completion of the temporary installation. The amount paid is
non-refundable and cannot be applied to service bills. The cost of electric service shall
be in accordance with the provisions of the application for such service and shall be as
stated in the applicable rate schedules_of rates.
5. Term of Service
5.1. Discontinuance by Consumer Customer
5.1.1. Any eansumeF customer desiring to discontinue electric service should complete
and submit a "Termination Request" form to the City Utilities three days prior to
the desired discontinuance date. At the CitFs Utilities discretion, requests to
discontinue service may be accepted by telephone.
5.1.2. The cons iaer customer shall be financially responsible in any event for electric
service rendered until the final meter reading is obtained. Further, such request
does not relieve the eonsunier customer in any way from any minimums or
payments guaranteed under the eensumer's customer's service contract.
5.2. Discontinuance by C 4+,the Utilities
5.2.1, The 14ilio, Utilities may discontinue service under any of the following conditions:
a) If. in the opinion of the Utilities.the user's wiring or equipment is considered
unsafe, service may be discontinued after notice and shall not be reconnected
until the unsafe condition has been corrected. The ly 44y Utilities may
discontinue service without notice to the user if the unsafe condition could be
considered dangerous to the life, health or safety of any person.Notice is
defined as the U tlllty Utilities depositing, postage prepaid, in the first-class
United States mail, such notice or letter to the user describing any unsafe
conditions. Personal contact or a door haneer may be utilized in lieu of a
mailing.
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• b) Service may be discontinued without notice to the user if, in the opinion of the
utility Utilities, continued service is detrimental to the Ut Utilities'
facilities or to others served by the-U+44y Utilities.
c) Service may be discontinued for nonpayment of past-due accounts directly or
indirectly related to the provision of electric service, in which event written
notice shall be given in accordance with the "Termination of Service-Notice and
Hearing" section.
d) The eaiisumer customer shall not connect any energy-consuming appliance or
device on the';"� Utilities' side of a meter or tamper or otherwise interfere
with the proper operation or registration of the tkility=s Utilities' meter or
permit others to perform such connection, interference or tampering. Violation
of this provision may subject the oonsume customer to criminal prosecution
and result in the disconnection of service without notice. Service will not be
reconnected until the -_��e customer has paid an estimated service bill for
the approximate period during which such violation existed and has installed
standard service entrance wiring in accordance with the prevailing requirements
of the Code of the City relating to electrical installations, inspections, licensing,
permits and regulations.
e) Service may be discontinued upon violation of the provisions described under
the section headed "Co.uffl Lf's Customer's Use And Facilities" as included
herein.
f) Except where written notice prior to discontinuing services is specifically not
required by these regulations or has been waived in writing by the emu+}lei
customer, services shall not be discontinued prior to the giving of written notice
required by these rules and regulations.
5.3. Reconnection Fees
In the event of disconnection by the Cli4*- Utilities for any of the foregoing causes, and
after evidence is submitted that the cause for disconnection has been corrected,
electric service shall not be restored until payment of a combined administrative and
service restoration fee has been made.
5.4. Termination of Service-Notice and Hearing
5.4.1. If any bill for electrical service is not paid v,ithifi 25 '• i' •--• th• billing Elatein
full as of the date specified on the utility bill or if the Cam-Utilities determines that
service shall be terminated and written notice is required pursuant to these rules
and regulations,the( ty Utilities shall mail via first-class United States mail or
shall cause to be delivered to the k�orr,mrier=s customer's premise receiving service,
a written Delinquency Notice or Notice of Intent to Terminate. Such written notice
shall be addressed to the eo sine customer at the address to which bills for
service have been sent and shall contain the following information:
a) The number of the account.
b) The amount of the unpaid bill, the date of the unpaid bill, or the other condition
causing service to be terminated.
c) The officer of the City or the Utilities to be contacted to inquire about the
• written notice and the telephone number at which such officer can be reached.
Such officer shall be authorized to change any electrical service billing which
is in error.
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d) The date,not less than seven days from the date the written notice is mailed, on
which service shall be terminated if the account is not paid or if the condition
causing termination of service is not corrected.
e) Advisement of an additional charge if a turnoff notice is mailed or delivered.
5.4.2. If an agreement on the amount due or other reason for termination cannot be
reached with the officer identified in the notice, the consttttter customer has the
right to a protest hearing before the hearing officer. A written request for such a
hearing must be filed with the Ut Utilities' Customer Service nP0 isioa Office
prior to the proposed date of termination of service. The eenseetre customer may
appeal an unfavorable decision to the financial officer whose decision is final.
5.4.3. If,by the date specified in the notice, the condition warranting disconnection has
not been corrected and no appeal has been upheld,or if a check for payment of
utility service has been returned by the bank upon which it was issued as non-
payable, the"Utilities Utilities may mail or deliver a turnoff notice to the premises
served. Such notice shall be left on the premises or sent via first class United States
mail and no further delivery of notice shall be required. Such notice shall contain
the following:
a) The name of the canstttr3eF customer and the number of the account.
b) The address of the premises served.
c) The date and time,not less than 48 hours after mailing or delivery of the
notice, when service shall be terminated unless the condition causing
termination of service is corrected.
d) The amount required to be paid, or the condition to be corrected, in order
to avoid termination of service.
e) The amount of additional charge that shall be imposed to reinstate service
if service is terminated.
5.4.4. If the delinquent account is not paid, or the other condition causing termination not
corrected, within the time required by the tum-off notice,-the U ility Utilities shall
terminate service to the premises. Service shall not be reinstated until the cause for
disconnection has been corrected and the tum-off notice fee and a service
restoration fee have been paid. Such fees shall be cost based.
6. Refusal of Service
6.1. The i4flity-Utilities may refuse to provide service or to install service equipment
under any of the following conditions:
6.1.1. The person or firm requesting the service or installation of service equipment
currently owes the City Utilities a delinquent amount for any City-utility services
previously provided,whether to the same or different premises.
6.1.2. The person or firm requesting the service or installation of service equipment owes
the City Utilities a delinquent amount for utility service equipment previously
installed.
6.2. If the(-ity-Utilities refuses to provide service or install service equipment as specified
herein,the person or firm requesting such service shall be informed by the-Oily
Utilities in writing within five business days as to the reason for the refusal and the
delinquent amount that must be paid before the-E=ity Utilities shall fulfill the request.
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6.3. Notwithstanding the above, if any person or firm disputes the amount owed, such
person or firm may receive service as requested after depositing with the C+ty Utilities
the amount requested,to be held by the-C-ity Utilities in trust, for a period not to
exceed thirty days,pending final determination of the amount owed. Such person or
firm shall submit, within fifteen days of receipt of the Refusal of Service notice,a
written statement as to the disputed amount, and the City Utilities shall make its
determination within fifteen days of such statement.
6.4. If such statement is not submitted to the City Utilities within said fifteen days, or if
the C ty Utilities shall determine that the amount is properly owed to the Cry Utilities,
said deposited amount shall be delivered to the City JR tilities in satisfaction of the
amount owed. Appeal of any such determination by the City Utilities shall be in
accordance with the"Termination of Service Notice and Hearing"procedures
provided in these rules and regulations.
7. Service Contract
7.1. Application
7.1.1. The service connection at any location under any schedule of rates shall be
preceded by a signed application for service at the U614N Utilities' Customer
Service Office.Not withstanding the foregoing, at the City*Utilities' sole
discretion, applications for utility service may be accepted by telephone.
7.1.2. Approval of an application by the City-Utilities and acceptance of utility service by
the eaiisti aeF customer shall constitute a contract between the eausuntefcustomer
and the City Utilities whereby the ,ensu m customer shall agree to pay the City
Utilities for utility service in accordance with the applicable rate schedule and to
abide by the rules and regulations contained herein. This contractual obligation of
the eansurner customer may not be assigned without the prior approval of the Cry
Utilities.
7.1.3. The property owner of the premises to be served, if different than the applicant,
shall be jointly financially responsible for all utility services delivered to the
premises,regardless of any change of tenancy or ownership. Accordingly, the City
Utilities may require the property owner to sign the application for service.
7.1.4. In the case of multiple services, separate applications shall be required for each
service under the rate schedule applicable to such service.
7.1.5. Meter readings shall not be combined for billing purposes, except when aggregated
readings are available and deemed appropriate by the C+ty Utilities.
7.1.6. No promise, agreement or representation of any employee of the�++ty Litilities
shall be binding upon the4-.'ty Utilities, unless the same shall have been
incorporated in the application and recorded in a written contract for service.
7.2. Service Charge
A charge shall be made for the processing of a request for electric service as
prescribed by the applicable rate schedule.
7.3. Service Deposit
7.3.1. The 4t+l+ty-Utilities may at anytime require any utility eousttn+er customer to pay a
service deposit if the ear-customer has received one or more tnal tum-off
notices for delinquency or if the eonsumt customer is unable to provide proof of
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satisfactory credit history, or for any other reason that the C4y Utilities may deem
appropriate.
7.3.2. The amount of the deposit shall be two times the estimated monthly bill for
electrical energy to the premises served as determined by the Utilit. Utilities.
7.4. Returned Checks
The-City Utilities shall charge a fee for any check returned unpaid for any reason from
a bank. The City Utilities-may also deliver to the e,.�, customer a turnoff notice
in accordance with these rules and regulations.
7.5. Selection of Rates
7.5.1. The47 44y, Utilities shall, if desired, assist the prospective eetr uffler customer in
selecting the available rate for service best suited for his requirements.
7.5.2. The eansume T customer shall be responsible for the rate schedule selected or under
which service has been used, and the eensameF customer's use of service and
payment therefor shall be in accordance with the provisions thereof.
7.5.3. If a eetistime customer desires to change the rate under which electric service is
rendered, an application for service under the new rate must be submitted by the
eonsuffie customer.
7.5.4. Based upon the rat-l-laieF;customer's historical billing demand, the 1 tility
Utilities may require a eonsumer customer to change to an applicable rate.
8. Metering and Billing
8.1. Metering of Service
8.1.1. The consufner customer shall provide at the eans mer=s customer's expense,
suitable mounting space or enclosure conduit and associated equipment for the
installation of metering eq�iipment in accordance with the Utilities' "Electric
Construction Policies Practices and Procedures"and the Code of the City relating
to electrical installations, inspections, licensing,permits and regulations.
8.1.2. The Utility Utilities shall own and maintain metering equipment suitable and
necessary for measuring the electric energy supplied.
8.1.3. Service supplied under each electric rate schedule shall be separately measured and
billed.
8.1.4. Primary metering equipment, e ieepttoF the meief, shall be furnished an installed
5 �lie Utility at the expense of the eonstamer customer as a nonrefundable
Contribution in Aid of Construction.
8.1.5. With the exception of service to adjoining properties owned and controlled by the
user as a single commercial or business enterprise, service to the same , sa e
Customer at different locations shall necessitate separate applications for metering
and billing. n'he ' seFi-i a a ._fiiefL than ,_.,.. .,._ ...i._,i t-
d liNe�,
8.1.6. Service shall be supplied and metered at the secondary voltages listed under
"Service Available" section above unless otherwise approved by the t 4il+ty
Utilities.
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• 8.1.7. The location of the meters shall allow access, at all times, by Utility
personnel for the purposes of reading meters and maintaining Utility Utilities
-owned equipment.
8.1.8. The location shall be on the exterior, unless otherwise approved by thelU614N
Utilities.
8.1.9. Each meter socket shall be plainly and permanently marked to indicate which unit
is supplied therefrom. The marking is to be the same as the mailing address for
each unit.The owner or developer shall be responsible for electricity delivered
through unmarked, illegible or improperly labeled meter sockets. Expenses
incurred by the 6644+ Utilities related to correcting improperly labeled meters
shall be billed to the developer or owner.
8.2. Accuracy of Meters
8.2.1. Meters measuring electric service shall be checked for accuracy before installation
and periodically thereafter on a scheduled or sample basis as determined by the
Utility Utilities.
8.2.2. Meters shall be considered accurate when they measure within 2%plus or minus
when tested at 100% of full test current. No meter shall be kept in service which
registers usage under no load conditions.
8.3. Billing Period
8.3.1. Meter reading shall be accomplished as nearly as practicable on a thirty-day or
monthly basis.
8.3.2. Bills for payment become delinquent within twenty-five days after the billing date
and the service becomes subject to shut-off as provided under"Discontinuance by
the Utility Utilities."
8.3.3. If the Utility Utilities is unable for any reason to gain access to read any meter, or
for any other reason the Utility Utilities is unable to obtain a meter reading, the
consumption and demand shall be estimated by the Uility Utilities.
8.4. Budget Billing
8.4.1. If any single-family residential eonstimee customer has resided at the service
address for six months, has a satisfactory payment history and so requests, the C-iFy
Utilities may estimate the average monthly bill of such .o flsu;;e customer based
upon the historic use of electrical service by that Winer customer at that service
address.
8.4.2. Such average amount shall be the monthly bill rendered to the Consume! customer
for eleven billing periods. In the twelfth billing period, the C-ierUtilities shall
collect the amount the ^onsta,e customer owes or apply a credit to the ee tsc njeF
Customer's account for over-payments.
8.4.3. The monthly budget billing amount shall be adjusted for changes in the base
electrical rate or historical use.
8.4.4. Budget billing can be obtained upon making a request for the same at the Utility
Utilities' Customer Service Office.
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8.5. Fixed Consumption Billing
8.5.1. Fixed Consumption Billing is defined as billing for service provided to a constant
or predictable unmetered, electrical load for which the 1404, Utilities has
predetermined the ea eF's customer's billing consumption based upon
connected load, estimated usage,test measurements or other means.
8.5.2. Billing amounts and terms of service shall be in accordance with the electric rate
schedule which would be applicable to the load if it were metered;provided,
however,that the F.+t-ky Utilities reserves the right to correct past billing amounts
at any time to correspond with test metering results and to adjust billing
consumption in accordance with updated load estimates based on current or
anticipated loads and conditions.
8.5.3. Fixed Consumption Billing may be offered to the eensunieT customer at the sole
discretion of the Li 44, Utilities, and such billing is subject to withdrawal
whereupon electric service may be discontinued by they Utilities upon thirty
days written notice to the ee»sumeF customer.
8.5.4. Alteration of facilities or conditions,or addition of load by the eeiiskifflef customer
without prior approval of the y Utilities shall constitute diversion of electric
energy.
8.5.5. The eonsufne customer may discontinue electric service to a Fixed Consumption
Billing load by providing proper request of such discontinuance to the t4ility
Utilities-.
8.6. Errors
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61"age shall be daL and payable ..
The Utilities will exercise all reasonable means to assure accurate computation of all
monthlv service billings When errors do occur and are discovered. the error will be
corrected for future billings and the followingpolicv guidelines will be used to make
billing corrections:
a) If the error resulted in the customer being overcharged and overpa in�g for
utility service the Utilities shall reimburse the customer for overpayments.
The reimbursement will be calculated based on the overcharges for which the
Utilities had a record for a period not to exceed six years- immediately prior to
the discovery of the error.
b) For customers who were undercharged and have underpaid for utility services
due to billing errors the Utilities will not issue a bill for past undercharges.
The provisions of this policy apply to mechanical or data errors that result
through no fault of the customer and whcre in the opinion of the Utilities. it is
reasonable to assume that the customer is unaware of the error. This does not
apply to customers who have intentionally or unintentionalh bypassed any
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billing meter,provided any form of billing information resulting in
undercharges or have in any wav attempted to receive utility service at less
than full price or failed to report unexplained bill reductions to the Utilities.
c) The Utilities shall not collect interest on undercharges and shall not pay
interest on overpayments.
8.7. Diversion of Electric Energy
8.7.1. If energy-consuming devices or equipment are connected ahead of the meter, or if
there has been any tampering with or connections to the Utility's Utilities
distribution facilities or service equipment or any tampering with the 1' 44,',
Utilities' meter including breaking of meter seals which would make possible or
result in the consumption of electricity not registered on the 14+ lily's Utilities'
meter or an inaccurate measurement of demand,the eanstimer customer shall be
subject to immediate discontinuance of service without notice and to prosecution
under applicable laws.
8.7.2. The installation of a check meter by the Utility Utilities and registration on this
meter at a greater rate than on the regular meter, after both meters have been tested
and found accurate, shall establish a rebuttable presumption of such diversion of
electricity.
8.7.3. In the event of such diversion of electricity, the utility Utilities shall be entitled to
collect from the consurxer customer, at the appropriate rate, sufficient funds to
cover the cost of all additional power and energy estimated by the i4ility Utilities
which was not registered on the meter because of such diversion of electricity, and
also sufficient funds to cover all expenses incurred by theme`ttl iy Utilities on
account of such unauthorized act or acts.
8.7.4. Service shall not be reconnected until the eanski re+customer has installed such
entrance and service equipment as is necessary to prevent further diversion of
electricity. The eorrtiFne customer may also be required to pay a service deposit.
Furthermore, the customer may be subject to all applicable criminal penalties.
8.8. Lien on Property
8.8.1. The owner of every house,building, lot or premise shall be financially responsible
for all electric service delivered to such property,and the cost of all unpaid bills for
service shall constitute a perpetual lien upon the property, which lien may be
enforced by an assessment upon the property so served, all as provided by the Code
of the City.
8.8.2. Any information relating to the amounts due from the consumer customer on
account of utility service provided by the-C4y Utilities shall be made available
upon request to the owner of the real property to which the service is being
provided or to his or her agent.
8.8.3. The propertv owner shall be responsible for notifying the Utilities' Customer
Service Office if notification is desired whenever there is a delinquency for the
electric service at his her property The property owner will further notify the
Utilities if he/she desires to become the customer of record whenever a termination
request for the service at his/her property is revered.
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8.9. Gratuities
Inspectors, agents and employees of the t4 ity Utilities or the City are forbidden from
accepting any personal compensation or gratuities from_a su fA._._ customers.
9. City'sThe Utilities' Facilities
9.1. Continuity of Service Not Guaranteed
The-G4t}-Utilities shall use reasonable diligence at all times to provide continuous
service at the agreed nominal voltage,a+A-but shall not be liable to the ec +rief
customer for complete or partial failure (including loss-of phase) or interruption of
service, or for fluctuations in voltage,resulting from causes beyond its control or
through the ordinary negligence of its employees, servants or agents. The customer
shall be responsible for taking whatever precautions the customer deems appropriate
to protect against interuptions of service or fluctuations of voltage.
9.2. Voltage Regulation
The 14 44y Utilities shall be diligent in providing electric service with reasonable
voltage variations. Hoy.eNeF, the Iz4 lii The customer shall nett be responsible t+r and
liable for voltage or quality variations caused by the customer's
appliances and equipment, such as may be produced by starting motors, x-rays,
welders,pumps, etc.
9.3. Ownership of Transformers
9.3.1. Generally, the UtilitF Utilities shall install, own and maintain all transformers
required to deliver service at the Ids Utilities' standard secondary voltages.
9.3.2. Where secondary service is metered on the primary side of the t4iiity ; Utilities'
distribution transformers, or if the eonsufneF customer owns the transformers and
substation converting to the secondary voltage, credits shall be applied as provided
in the applicable rate schedules.
9.3.3. When service is delivered at primary voltage, the consu aef customer shall
generally own, install and maintain all transformers. Under schedules of rates for
primary service and where secondary service is delivered or metered at secondary
voltage, correction factors shall be applied as provided under applicable rates.
9.4. Overhead Service Loops
9.4.1. Consistent with current construction practices, service loops shall generally be
installed underground. Overhead service loops shall be installed only at the I til+t�
Utilities' discretion.
9.4.2. Only one service loop shall be connected to a single premise or property, except in
unusual cases and as approved by the t44ity Utilities.
9.4.3. If more than one service loop is installed, it shall be connected to the same general
delivery point to facilitate disconnection of the property in the event of fire or other
emergency.
9.4.4. Where practicable, all service loops shall be installed from t4ilky's the Utilities'
secondary distribution at the lot line. If the property of the coniuffieT customer does
not abut on the right-of-way of the I,ems Utilities' distribution system, it shall be
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• the eonsafAeF customer's responsibility to provide adequate easements or bring
wiring to a point designated by the-Utility Utilities.
9.5. Attachment to Poles
9.5.1. Attachments toUt the Utilities' poles or lighting standards shall not be
permitted except upon specific written authority of the 14114, Utilities.
9.5.2. The attachment of radio or TV antennae or other objects is specifically prohibited.
9.5.3. Attachment of communications circuits such as telephone, community antennae
systems or other communication media may be made,provided that a joint use
contract has been entered into between the Utility: Utilities and those desiring to
make such attachments. Said attachments shall conform to the requirements of the
latest edition of the National Electric Safety Code and additional requirements, if
any,by they 61ity Utilities.
9.6. Tree Trimming
9.6.1. The eonsrxneF customer shall permit the Utilitg Utilities to trim the limbs and
branches of trees,bushes and shrubs to the extent that such trimming shall be
reasonably necessary to avoid interference with 41�4r Utilities' lines or to
allow access to the Utilw,''s Utilities' meter or other equipment on the su+rirr
customer's property.
9.6.2. The eatisuflier customer shall be responsible for such trimming of trees as may be
necessary to avoid interference with the U tiliW Utilities' meter and service wires
• running from the t4ility's Utilities' distribution poles to the point of delivery on the
customer's premises.
9.7. Shortage of Electricity
9.7.1. The U-ti-lit shall Utilities will make err,reasonable efforts to furnish a
continuous supply of electricity to meet demands. However, should shortages occur
by reason of acts of God or causes beyond the immediate control of the Ultility
Utilities.the I ''� lip -lipil Utilities will have the right to grant preference to those
present and future services which that in its opinion are the most essential to the
public welfare, based on information then available to the Utilities.
9.7.2. The l tility Utilities shall not be held liable for dama_es. including monetary loss
or loss of business from shortages in supply of electric energy.
9.7.3. The customer shall be responsible for taking whatever precautions the customer
shall deem appropriate to protect against shortages in the supply of electricity.
9.8. Liability
9.8.1. All installations of wire, meters, transformers or other materials or equipment made
by the I'tility Utilities shall remain the property of the 14ilit, utilities and shall not
be tampered or interfered with directly or indirectly by the eettsanie customer or
any other unauthorized persons.
9.8.2. The e •�R n;LtmL customer shall be liable for any damage or loss to the property of the
1,444y Utilities or other persons and injury to Ultilitrthe Utilities employees or
other persons through such unauthorized tampering or interference.
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9.9. Underground Services from Overhead Distribution
9.9.1. Upon the request of the eansufner customer, the UtifiPy Utilities shall install or
cause to be installed an underground service from an existing overhead distribution
system,provided that the eansurfrer customer pays to the 14iliw Utilities an amount
equal to the estimated cost of the underground service. Such payment shall not be
subject to refund and shall not be applied to payment of bills for electric service.
9.9.2. Such underground services shall remain the property of the utility Utilities and
shall be operated and maintained by the U44ty Utilities,provided,however, that if
damages to such services are caused by the eenstimer customer,the eensumer
customer shall pay the full cost of restoring the service to its original condition.
9.9.3. If an existing underground service previously installed as provided above requires
relocation or replacement because of new construction or changes on the
eeeswxers customer's premises or because of increased loads, the cost of such
modification shall be borne by the consttrfleF customer.
9.10. Line Extension Policy
9.10.1. Where the l tilita Utilities is requested to extend, augment or alter its facilities, or
if the-Utility Utilities is requested to provide new or additional capacity that may
be needed,the i 4iiity Utilities shall provide such extension, augmentation or
alteration in accordance with the requirements of these rules and regulations and
"The Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures."
9.10.2. All existing overhead electric utility facilities on or adjacent to the affected service
location shall be converted to underground facilities in conjunction with the
augmentation, extension or alteration of any part of such utility service facilities,
except where the I.4iiii,, Utilities determines that underground construction is not
practical or feasible.
9.10.3. Utility line extensions shall be installed underground in accordance with these
rules and regulations, "The Electric Construction Policies, Practices and
Procedures," and the requirements of the Code of the City.
9.10.4. The co»urner customer, owner or developer shall pay the full estimated cost of
such conversion, extension, alteration or augmentation of facilities and a
proportionate share of the cost of associated underground distribution system
facilities necessary to provide the additional service capacity, all as determined by
the 1'kl+ty Utilities. In addition capacity costs attributed to the customer shall be
paid by the customer. Such payment shall be made as a non-refundable
contribution in aid to construction.
9.11. Line Extension Policy-Street Lighting Service
9.11.1. Extension of the street light system of the City shall be made in accordance with
the Code of the City.
9.11.2. The full estimated cost of street lighting service shall be paid for by the eatscuner
customer, owner or developer.
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�'O r,�„. . _.. Customers Use and Facilities
10.1. 'S Customer's Installation
10.1.1. Before acquiring motors or other electric energy-consuming devices or providing
for the installation and electric wiring for same, the user or prospective user of
electric service shall notify the tilip Utilities in ample time of its intent to
determine if such motors or devices may be connected to the Utilities Utilities'
system under the Utility's Utilities' rules and regulations governing electrical
installations. The Utilit,Utilities shall then determine if it has electrical service of
the desired phase and voltage available therefor or whether extensions and
improvements of the `" Utilities' system shall be required.The I TtiIity
Utilities shall also establish points of delivery for service and meter locations.
10.1.2. Electric service shall be delivered to the eonsumer customer at one point of
delivery for each premise, such point of delivery to be designated by the Utility
Utilities. Only authorized employees of the Utility Utilities shall be permitted to
make and energize the connection between the t4ility's Utilities' service wire and
the customer's service entrance conductors.
10.1.3. The costs incurred by the l#ility Utilities through any changes in point of delivery
and/or in the location of the utility's Utilities' meters necessitated by changes on
the eansri+riep's customer's premises shall be subject to reimbursement to the
utility Utilities by the eanstinie customer.
10.1.4. All energy-consuming equipment of the user and all wiring therefor on the user's
side of the point of delivery shall be furnished, installed, owned and maintained at
all times by the user in conformity with applicable electric codes and in conformity
with the City's rules and regulations pertaining to electrical installations, and the
rules and regulations of the building official.
10.1.5. Where service is supplied at primary voltages, the eoiisttntc' customer shall
provide, own, operate and maintain all facilities beyond the point of delivery at the
end of the primary service unless specific arrangements are made to the contrary.
10.1.6. If the e)nskirnei customer desires electric service at voltages, either primary or
secondary, other than those available from the t.*tilit;,'s Utilities' distribution
system, the eonsuntei=customer shall furnish, own and maintain all special
transformers and special control equipment necessary to supply such voltage or
service. If special metering shall be required in such cases, the costs thereof shall
be paid by the consumes customer. Such metering equipment, however, shall be
and remain the property of the t4ilw, Utilities and shall be tested and maintained
by the y Utilities.
10.1.7. If the ee nsttmer customer has connected equipment, the operation of which is
detrimental to service to other utility users (i.e. causes excessive voltage drop.
flickering lights, excessive harmonics, etc.), and if the cOiisu aer customer desires
to continue the operation of such equipment, thektility Utilities may require the
eef=u iiae customer to install motor generators, line filters,reactors, isolation
transformers, or transformer and/or line capacity beyond that normally required, in
order to eliminate the detrimental effect upon other r customers.
10.1.8. If such remedial measures involve expense on the part of the litilitti Utilities, all
such costs shall be reimbursed by the user. If the eon iriAeF's customer's demands
are measured in such cases, the l ti} ty Utilities may determine the billing demands
on shorter intervals than fifteen minutes regardless of regular provisions in
individual rates pertaining to the determination of billing demands.
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10.1.9. The consume customer shall furnish and maintain required indoor, outdoor or
underground space and facilities for the installation of the 14614N's Utilities'
transformers and other equipment necessary to properly render electric service to
the ee nsumer customer.
10.1.10.The customer shall be responsible for providing protection to 3-phase motors
against damage from over voltage, undervoltage, single and reversed phasing
conditions.
10.2. Bvpass of the Utilities' Distribution Svstem--Investment Recovery for Stranded
Facilities
The owner of any real property within the City's jurisdictional limits who desires to
utilize delivery facilities that strand existing or future Utilities' facilities to the
detriment of other rate pavers, may do so only upon receipt of written permission from
the General Manager and will be required to pay an investment recovery fee. The
investment recovery fee is based upon Utilities' development charges and the Utilities
pro-forma estimate of lost distribution service revenue(including future energy aowth
and in-lieu of tax payment) multiplied by 10.38 (present worth(6-(1 5%, 15 vears). The
fee may include a monthly charge for distribution facilities and system availability
costs.
10.3. Easements
10.3.1. By making application for electric service, the eoii time customer agrees to grant
or arrange for an easement on the f customer's property for the
installation, operation and maintenance of electric lines, wires and other equipment
of the Utt}itr-Utilities necessary to render service to the ewe customer.
10.3.2. When requested by the t4lity Utilities, the coi customer shall without
expense to the 14iFity Utilities make or procure a conveyance to the 1-1til itv Utilities
of satisfactory easements across the property owned or controlled by the eonsunie+
customer for the `ems Utilities' lines or extensions thereof necessary or
incidental to the furnishing of service to the eonsanie customer.
10.3.3. If such installation must be made on or over the property of a third party, it shall be
the responsibility of the emisumet customer to obtain an easement for the t+4y
Utilities from the third party before the installation can be made and service
rendered.
10.3.4. If, after service is originally rendered, the e n customer's property is
divided in such a manner that part of the property no longer has access to the
right-of-way of the Utility's Utilities' distribution system, the ewer customer
shall reserve an easement for the benefit of the t4il+tr Utilities so that the U61it,,
Utilities may render electric service to such isolated parcel.
10.4. (--t Access
10.4.1. Authorized employees of the Util4j,Utilities shall have the right of safe access to
the nsu;Lf's customer's premises at all reasonable times for any purpose
incidental to the supplying of electric service or to otherwise carry out actions
pursuant to these rep>ulations or other applicable requirements or taw.
10.4.2. Access to the electrical meters and utility service equipment located on the
-.. customer's premises must be provided for proper billing. This includes
non-intrusive automatic drop out access to the customer's telephone service for
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. remote meter reading of meters by the Utilities when such service is available. If
any meter cannot be read or access to utility service equipment is not provided for
three consecutive months,the consul a customer shall be notified by first-class
mail that this condition must be corrected or the(4o, Utilities shall discontinue
service until access to such equipment by t 44y— the Utilities' personnel is
accomplished.
10.5. Public Rights of Wav
The Utilities has the right to install and maintain wires and facilities in. on. under or
over any street, alley. sidewalk or other public place.
10.6. Foreign Power
10.6.1. Unless specific arrangements are made as provided under the Parallel Generation
section of these rules and regulations, the eonsumer customer shall make exclusive
use of iee electric energy provided by the A7t+lity Utilities and no other source
of electric energy shall be eenneeted to an), installation wh ,.h in t pa is ,.onilecte,
to the Utilit-'s eieetfie di_i=" utilized within the Jurisdictional limit of
the Citv of Fort Collins.
10.6.2. This provision does not preclude the use of emergency generating systems owned
by the eonsurner customer, provided that switching arrangements are installed to
prevent the possibility of the emergency generator and the L tility's Utilities'
service being connected to the load simultaneously. The manner of connection of
any emergency generating system must be approved by the f iility Utilities prior to
use.
10.6.3. This provision does not preclude on-site generation if it is not in any way
connected to the Utilities' distribution system.
10.7. Resale of Electricity
10.7.1. Electric service shall be furnished for the sole use of the eofq customer at the
premises designated in the service application and contract, and the eensame
Customer shall not directly or indirectly sell or otherwise dispose of such service to
any other person or persons,provided, however, that electrical service may be
provided to a tenant by the owner as part of a lease-rental agreement.
10.7.2. The t�+l-tty Utilities reserves the right to refuse to furnish electric service to any
eensamer customer where such service is to be resold to others.
10.7.3. In the event that such resale comes to the attention of the i 4il+ty Utilities, the
t tility Utilities- shall have the right,without prior notice, to either discontinue
service to the eonsamer customer or to furnish service directly to the subconsumer.
10.8. Load Balance
Where secondary electric service is used, the ems customer's equipment shall
be connected to balance the eon sumeF''s customer's- electric loads as follows:
10.8.1. With single-phase 3-wire, the current carried by the neutral shall be not more than
15% of the current in either of the other wires.
• 10.8.2. With three-phase systems, the er''s customer's load in any phase shall be not
greater than 15%more than the load in either of the other two phases.
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10.9. Power Factor
10.9.1. Theconsufnereustomer shall at all times maintain a power factor as near unity as
practicable and never lower than 90%lagging.
10.9.2. Luminous electric discharge tubes or other loads having inherent low power factor
shall at all times be provided by the eensame customer with effective power factor
correction equipment such that the power factor resultant from such energy use
shall not be less than 90%.
10.9.3. Where such power factor correction equipment is used, the eOR cHrr+ercustomer
shall install disconnecting or controlling equipment as needed to prevent excessive
voltage variations on the L'ti3+ty s Utilities' system. See the applicable rate schedule
for regulations specific to each rate class.
10.10. Demand-Motor Limits
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10.10.1. Single- Phase Motors
Single-phase motors operated at 120 volts shall be limited to less than I horsepower
(hp) in size Single-phase motors 1 hp or greater shall be operated at 240 volts and
shall have a maximum locked rotor current limit of 75 amps. The Utilities' approval
must be obtained prior to installing any single-phase motor with locked rotor current in
excess of this limit. The following information shall be provided to the Utilities when
seeking approval:
• Horsepower rating
• Nameplate full-load amps
• Nameplate locked rotor amps
• Frequency of starts per time unit
• NEMA code letter
• Nameplate voltage
(Cautionary Note: Central air conditioning units rated 2.5 tons cooling capacity
or greater typically have compressor motor locked rotor currents in excess of the
75-amp limit Please consult the Utilities prior to installation for approval of
units that exceed this limit.)
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10.10.2.Three-Phase Motors
Three-phase motors up to 200 horsepower may be supplied under applicable rate
schedules,provided that such motors have been manufactured in accordance with
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standards, and further
provided that suitable protection equipment and devices have been installed. Under
some conditions, the U`tiliv Utilities may require the installation of reduced voltage or
other types of starting equipment. Such equipment may be required where, in the
opinion of the 1444-y Utilities, the starting frequency adversely affects service being
rendered to other eefistimeFs customers. Consult theUtilities prior to acquiring motors.
10.11. Intermittent Loads and Stand-By Service
10.11.1.Subject to the approval of the t,444y Utilities,use of x-ray machines,
induction-type welders or equipment with similar operating characteristics shall be
permitted under applicable rate schedules on secondary service,provided that
adequate transformer and distribution capacity is available.
10.11.2.An incremental demand charge may be added if the 'S customer's load is
of an intermittent or fluctuating character or reflects frequent starting with high
current inrush, or if standby service is provided for any reason. In these cases, the
l t l to [-tilities may consider the billing demand as the maximum amount of power
used at any time,may add to the measured demand of the steady load up to 50% of
the maximum fluctuating load, or may add to the measured demand an incremental
demand charge determined from either the nameplate data of the equipment or by
the kVa of extra transformer capacity necessary to serve such loads.
10.11.3.The eens aime customer also may al+r be required to pay a one-time charge equal
to the investment in special facilities necessary to serve such fluctuating load or to
provide such standby service. Previous demand charge payments may not be
applied as payment toward such investment.
10.1 1.4.Standby service may be utilized for back-up power, supplementary power or
maintenance power to Qualifying Facilities operated in parallel with the k t+l it,,
Utilities as provided herein.
10.12. Indemnity to City and the Utilities
10.12.1.The City or the Utilities shall not be held responsible for any injury to persons or
damage to property occasioned or caused by the acts, omissions or negligence of
the conaurae customer or of any of the eOHSHii1eF'rcustomer's agents, employees
or licensees in installing, maintaining, operating or using any of the consumer's
lines, wire, equipment, machinery or apparatus, and for injury and damage caused
by defects in the same.
10.12.2.The consumer shall hold the City and the Utilities harniless and indemnify it
a_ainst any and all claims and liability for injury to persons or damage to property
when such iniury or damage results from or is occasioned by the facilities located
on the customer's side of the point of delivery unless caused by the gross
negligence or wrongful acts of the Citv's and the Utilities' agents or employees.
10.12.3.The consumer shall pay all costs that may be incurred by the City in enforcing this
indemnity.
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10.13. Working Adjacent to or in the Vicinity of Overhead Electric Lines
10.13.1.Any person,eensumetcustomer,business or other party working within ten feet of
overhead power lines eaFryt»g energized at more than 600 volts shall provide
seventy-two hours notice to the 1;tility Utilities of such work.
10.13.2.The-U44l y Utilities shall coordinate the efforts to cover upp-or in some manner to
make such lines safe for the work or activity. The e gym=customer,person,
business or party shall pay all costs associated with making such lines safe.
10.13.3.Failure to notify the i;tility Utilities seventy-two hours in advance of any activity
within ten feet of overhead lines shall relieve the44" Utilities of all
responsibility or liability for accidents, injuries or damages arising through or from
such activities.
10.14. Locate Policy
10.14.1.To prevent service interruption,personal injury or property destruction resulting
from damage to underground facilities during excavation, state law requires the
notification of utilities at least two business days prior to any excavation.
Notification is to be made through the Utility's Utilities notification service.
10.14.2.Upon receiving such notice, the A7. ty Utilities shall advise the excavator of the
approximate location and size of the underground facilities in the proposed
excavation area. (See "Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures.")
11. Parallel Generation,Interconnection and Transmission
11.1. Application
Any Qualifying Facility may interconnect with, operate in parallel with, or transmit
over the utility; Utilities' facilities as provided herein.
11.1.1. Each Qualifying Facility shall make application to the ltility Utilities and obtain
written approval of entrance location, number of phases, voltage number and types
of meters, and underground or overhead connection before making commitments to
equipment purchases and before the start of construction.
11.1.2. Each Qualifying Facility shall provide the l t-ility Utilities, upon request, a copy of
a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission qualifying certificate for the proposed
facility.
11.2. Parallel Generation for Consumer's mer's'• Customer's Use
11.2.1. A ee»3safneF customer receiving electric service from the l4i+ity Utilities may
generate all or part of such eetnsumeF�customer's instantaneous energy or capacity
needs by operation of a Qualifying Facility in parallel with the l-ktlity Utilities'
system,provided that electric service is being rendered under the standby
provisions of a demand-metered rate schedule and provided further that such
Facility is constructed, operated and maintained in accordance with these rules and
regulations.
11.2.2. Under the above described conditions, energy or capacity in excess of the
consumer's customer's instantaneous needs shall not be purchased by the Utility
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• Utilities and shall not be generated or transmitted into the utility Utilities' system
through the:_ens 's customer's electric service connection with the ut+4ity
Utilities,unless delivery to a purchasing utility has been arranged.
11.3. Delivery to a Purchasing Utility
11.3.1. The Operator may designate a purchasing utility to which energy and capacity is to
be delivered, such delivery to be made to any interconnected utility with which the
Operator has appropriate transmission or sale/purchase agreements in accordance
with the provisions of these rules and regulations. In such event, the [Ail ity
Utilities may assess charges for losses and other costs incurred as a result of such
delivery.
11.3.2. The utility Utilities may require a special contract with the Operator and other
interested parties to such delivery.
11.3.3. Satisfactory evidence of a sale/purchase agreement and all necessary
interconnection and transmission agreements with interested parties must be
presented to the utility Utilities at least thirty days before generation of energy and
capacity for such sale is commenced.
11.3.4. The Utility Utilities shall not purchase energy or capacity from any source other
than Platte River Power Authority(Platte River)because of the Ut+lily''s Utilities'
contract to purchase all electric power and energy which it requires for resale and
the operation of its electric distribution system from Platte River.
11.3.5. In order to encourage cogeneration and small power production, Platte River shall
purchase any electric energy or capacity offered to the utility Utilities from a
. Qualifying Facility in accordance with the provisions of its tariffs.
11.4. Initial Start-Up
11.4.1. Each Qualifying Facility shall notify the ut-il+ty Utilities of the initial energizing
and start-up test of the Qualifying Facility's generating equipment. The ' 14,,
Utilities shall have the right to be present at such test.
11.4.2. Notice of such initial energizing and start-up test shall be given by the Qualifying
Facility to the Uhtkty Utilities at a reasonable time prior to such event.
11.4.3. No Qualifying Facility shall operate in parallel with the Utility Utilities' system
until all safety standards,relays, controls and other devices, as required by the
uility Utilities,have been met.
11.5. Facility Design and Construction
11.5.1. The Operator shall design, construct, install, own, operate and maintain the Facility
and all equipment needed to generate and deliver energy and capacity except for
any special facilities constructed, installed and maintained by the ' !Utilities.
11.5.2. The Facility shall meet all requirements of applicable codes and all standards of
prudent electrical practice and the requirements of the utility Utilities. Such
requirements may include locks, seals, breakers,protective relaying, automatic
synchrometers and disconnecting devices.
11.5.3. The Qualifying Facility operator shall submit all of the Facility's specifications to
• the utility Utilities for review and approval prior to connecting the Facility to the
I nlit '' Utilities system. The utility'' Utilities' review of the Operator's
specifications shall not be construed as confirming nor endorsing the design, or as
any warranty of safety, durability or reliability of the Facility.
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11.5.4. The Operator agrees that,upon demand of the i 444y Utilities,the Operator shall
change its Facility to comply with changing requirements of the L-�sUtilities'
system.
11.6. Interconnection Facility Construction and Meter Installation
11.6.1. The Operator shall construct, install, own and maintain interconnection facilities
and system protection facilities as required for the t4li ty Utilities to provide for
system capacity, safety and operation.
11.6.2. In the event it is necessary for the Utility Utilities to install special facilities or to
reinforce its system for purposes of receiving the Operator's energy or capacity, the
Operator shall pay to the t4ihty Utilities the estimated cost of such special
facilities as a non-refundable contribution-in-aid-of construction prior to the start
of construction.
11.6.3. If satisfactory metering is not otherwise provided, the Utility Utilities may install
and maintain meters at a mutually agreed upon designated location to measure the
integrated demand and kilowatt-hours.
11.6.4. If the Operator sells to a purchasing utility, such metering shall be approved by the
Utility Utilities and Platte River, and shall record and indicate the integrated
demand for each 40-60-minute period and shall measure kilowatt-hours.
11.6.5. Meters for measure of reactive volt-ampere hours may be required by the 1 411 w
Utilities if deemed appropriate.
11.6.6. All meter equipment, installation, ownership and administration costs thereof shall
be borne by Operator, including costs incurred by the htility Utilities for inspecting
and testing such equipment.
11.7. Facility Operation and Maintenance
11.7.1. The Operator shall operate and maintain its Facility according to prudent electrical
practices and shall generate or otherwise supply such reactive power necessary to
maintain a 95%power factor to maintain voltage levels and reactive support to the
system.
11.7.2. If the Operator is unable or unwilling to provide such reactive power, the l tikly
Utilities may do so at the Operator's expense or may disconnect the Facility
without notice.
11.7.3. Facility operation shall be such that its electrical operation parameters are within
the Utilities' system operating parameters at the point of Facility interconnection
with the Utilities.
11.8. Discontinuity of Deliveries
The *'�a ?Utilities shall not be obligated to accept, and the Utility Utilities may
require the Operator to curtail, interrupt or reduce,deliveries of energy and capacity
under any of the following circumstances:
a) in order to construct, install, maintain,repair,replace,remove, investigate or
inspect any of the Utility's Utilities' equipment or any part of the Uti-lity=
Utilities' system;
b) if the Utility Utilities determines that curtailment, interruption or reduction is
necessary because of emergencies, forced outages, operating conditions on its
system or adverse affects upon electric service to other �--�-�-customers
of the L-44ty Utilities;
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c) as required by prudent electrical practices;
d) expiration or termination of the sale/purchase agreement between the Operator
and the purchasing utility or upon suspension of purchases by the purchasing
utility for any reason; or
e) as otherwise provided in these rules and regulations and any special contract
provisions.
11.9. Changes In Facility or Capacity Rating
11.9.1. The Operator shall advise the t-utility Utilities and Platte River of any proposed
changes in its Facility or its capacity rating prior to making such changes.
11.9.2. Such changes shall be made in accordance with these rules and regulations as if the
changes were a new Facility.
11.10. Point Of Delivery
If the Facility's energy or capacity is for sale to a purchasing utility, the Operator shall
deliver the energy and capacity at the source side of the electric billing meter or the
source side of the main disconnect where instrument transformers are employed or as
otherwise designated by the 14ility Utilities.
11.11. Meters
11.11.1.All billing meters used to determine the billing of sales to a purchasing utility shall
be sealed, and the seals shall be broken only upon occasions when the meters are to
be inspected, tested or adjusted.
11.11.2.The �itlity Utilities shall, at the Operator's expense, inspect and test all meters
upon their installation and at least F ` -, thereafter as determined
necessary by Utilities.
11.11.3.If requested to do so by the Operator or the purchasing utility, the 1-44 Utilities
shall inspect or test a meter more frequently than e,,ety fow--yews the standard
Utilities practice, but the expense of such inspection or test shall be borne by the
Operator.
11.11.4.All billing meters shall be installed and operated in accordance with the terms and
conditions of Platte River and the purchasing utility.
11.12. Billing
11.12.1.Where the Operator sells electric energy or capacity to a purchasing utility, the
billing meters shall be read by Platte River.
11.12.2.1merested parties may be present or otherwise receive meter reading information in
accordance with agreements between the parties and Platte River.
11.13. Payment
Payment for energy or capacity sold to a purchasing utility shall be made by the
purchasing utility in accordance with the terms and conditions of the sale/purchase
agreement between the parties.
11.14. Service Charges
There shall be a service charge for the processing of a request for parallel operation.
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11.15. Electric Services Supplied By the Utility Utilities
11.15.1.This section of the rules and regulations does not provide for the delivery of any
electric services by the Utility Utilities to the Operator. If the Operator requires
interruptible or standby services from the Utility Utilities, the Operator shall enter
into separate electric service contract arrangements with the Utility Utilities in
accordance with the U+AAt 's Utilities applicable electric service schedules. If the
Operator receives suelr intemptible or standby service and the Operator intends to
sell to a purchasing utility,there shall be no interconnection between the load
served by the Utilities and the Operator's facility beyond the Utility's Utilities'
point of delivery.
11.15.2.1f the operator generates power and energy for sale to another utility, the amount of
power and energygenerated in excess of the operator's on-site usage (the amount
that flows through the Utilities' distribution system) shall be subject to wheeling
charges for use of the distribution system as determined by Utilities.
11.16. Land Rights
11.16.1.By making application to interconnect with the Utility Utilities, the Operator agrees
to grant to the Utility Utilities all necessary rights-of-way and easements to install,
operate, maintain,replace and remove the Utility's Utilities' metering and other
special facilities, and agrees to execute such other grants, deeds or documents as
the Ut lity Utilities may require to enable it to record such rights-of-way and
easements.
11.16.2.If any part of the UWity s Utilities' facilities are to be installed on property owned
by a party other than the Operator, the Operator shall, without cost to the 1_=edit
Utilities,procure from the owners thereof all necessary permanent rights-of-way
and easements for the construction, operation, maintenance and replacement of the
Utility's Utilities' facilities upon such property in a form satisfactory to the Utility
Utilities.
11.17. Indemnity
11.17.1.The Operator shall indemnify the Utility Utilities, its officers, agents and
employees against all loss, damage, expense and liability to third persons for injury
to or death of persons or damage to property,proximately caused by the Operator's
construction, ownership, operation or maintenance of, or by failure of any of the
Operator's works or facilities used in connection with applicable contracts and
these rules and regulations.
11.17.2.The Operator shall pay all costs that may be incurred by the Utility Utilities in
enforcing this indemnity.
11.17.3.The t f ty Utilities may require proof of the Operator's ability to provide adequate
indemnity protection, as determined by the Utiatty Utilities, at any time. Failure to
provide proof of such indemnity shall be cause for discontinuance of service or
interconnection.
11.18. Liability
11.18.1.Nothing herein shall be construed to create any duty to, any standard of care with
reference to, or any liability to any person not a party to arrangements and
contracts pursuant to these rules and regulations.
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11.18.2.The L-tility Utilities shall not be liable for damages caused to the facilities of the
Operator by reason of the operation, faulty operation or non-operation of the
14i14,'s Utilities' facilities.
11.19. Rules and Regulations
The Operator must comply with all provisions of these rules and regulations and
references thereto deemed applicable by the I Itility Utilities. Reference to the
rcustomer" or "user" shall be interpreted as being interchangeable with
"Qualifying Facility" and"Operator."
11.20. Definitions
For the purposes of4hetse this Section 11. Parallel Generation. Interconnection
and Transmission,the following terms shall have the meaning indicated:
Back-Up Power -Electric energy or capacity supplied under the standby service
provision of the applicable rate schedule by the Utility Utilities to replace energy
ordinarily generated by a Facility's own generation equipment during an unscheduled
outage of the Facility.
Capacity Rating_-The generator nameplate rating of the Qualifying Facility's
equipment diminished by any anticipated losses between such equipment and the
delivery point.
City-City of Fort Collins, Colorado, a municipal corporation.
Cogeneration -Facilities which simultaneously produce two forms of useful energy,
• such as power and steam, through the sequential use of energy. Such facilities must be
owned by a party not primarily engaged in the generation or sale of electric energy.
Facility-The generator and associated equipment owned by a party other than the
844ty Utilities, used to generate or deliver electric power.
Interconnection Facilities - All facilities required to be installed solely to interconnect
and deliver power from the Operator's generation to the l.014t Utilities' system,
including but not limited to connection, transformation, switching, indicating meters,
safety equipment and system protection facilities.
Intermittent Loads -An electrical demand of an intermittent or fluctuating character
or which reflects frequent starting with highcurrent in-rush.
Interruptible-Power made available under agreements which permit curtailment or
cessation of delivery of electricity by the i tilw, Utilities.
Maintenance Power-Electric energy or capacity supplied by the t.,_ y Utilities
during scheduled outages of the Qualifying Facility.
Operator-One responsible for the construction, operation and maintenance of a
Qualifying Facility.
Parallel Generation -The operation of Qualifying Facilities when interconnected with
the Ut av Utilities system in accordance with the provisions of these rules and
regulations.
Prudent Electrical Practices -Those practices, methods and equipment, as changed
from time to time, that are commonly used in prudent electrical engineering and
operations to operate electric equipment'lawfully and with safety, dependability,
efficiency and economy.
Purchasing Utility-Any utility other than Fort Collins 1,ight and Po,,ve Utilities
which purchases energy or capacity from a Qualifying Facility.
Qualifying Facility-A cogeneration or small power production facility which meets
the definitions of such facilities as defined herein and which is a qualifying facility
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under Subpart B of Section 201 of the Public Utilities Regulatory Policy Act of 1978,
as may be amended from time to time.
Small Power Production-Facilities which derive more than 75% of total energy
input from biomass, waste or renewable resources, including wind, solar and water, to
produce electric power. Such facilities must be of less than 80 megawatts capacity and
must be owned by a party not primarily engaged in the generation or sale of electric
energy.
Special Facilities-interconnection facilities furnished by the '1-44+ty Utilities at the
Operator's request or because such facilities are necessary additions and/or
reinforcements to the t44iPf-!s Utilities's system for the purpose of receiving,metering
or transmitting energy or capacity from a Qualifying Facility.
Supplementary Power -Electric energy or capacity, supplied by the 144klr,Utilities,
regularly used by a Qualifying Facility in addition to that which the Facility generates
itself.
System Protection Facilities -The equipment required to protect: (1) the
Utilities' system and its eensunieFs customers from faults occurring at the Facility; and
(2)the Facility from faults occurring on the Utility Utilities' system or on the systems
of others to which it is directly or indirectly connected.
t tilitti Utilities-The City of Fort Collins right aiid Pe T ti Utilities.
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EXHIBIT "B"
May 8,2002
• City of Fort Collins Utilities
Electric Construction Policies, Practices and Procedures
1. Authority for Regulations
This policy and the regulations it implements are authorized by Section 26-463 of the Code
of the City of Fort Collins, and shall be available for public review at the Fort Collins Utility
Service Center and the Office of the City Clerk of the City of Fort Collins.
2. Application of Policy
This policy applies to all construction, new development, redevelopment or remodeling. -attd
3. Underground Construction Required
All existing and nev� a, fhpad electric utility lines and line extensions shall be tastalled
underground in accordance with the requirements of the "Electric Service Rules and
Regulations."
4. Costs
4.1. New Development and Redevelopment
Cost estimates from preliminary plats will be furnished on request to developers for planning
purposes (based on average electric costs developed by the T 444, Fort Collins Utilities
(hereinafter called the Utilities) from previously completed projects). en request Developers
will receive a firm price for the underground electric system for a subdivision,-or
mobile home park or planned anit' de,e,.,... got proiect development plan after-meeting-l
r^"o�in g feqttireffients providing the Utilities with:
1 c •Nish the ' ^'it, with thFee (') eopies one copy of the final approved subdivision plat,
and-
2. Furnish the number, size,and location of points-of-service at which electric service is
requested.
When the developer requests the actual construction of the project be started, a payment of
fifty percent of the quoted firm price will be required. This partial payment need only be paid
on the portion of the eleet-iFunderground electric system which is to be constructed and not
necessarily on the whole subdivision project,provided that such portion.�..-t h� is suitable for
supk partial electric service. Quoted firm prices will include off-site facilities,primaries and
streetlights. The owner will be charged for electric services not paid for by the developer.
The underground electrical system will be installed in two phases:
• 1. T4ie-tir—pPhase one includes the installation of the primary conduit, transformer vaults,
primary conductor,and customer service provisions from the transformer vault to the
nearest lot corner or on-site transformer. Upon completion of this phase of the project, the
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final payment of the quoted firm price becomes due and payable. The electrical system
will be energized following receipt of payment of all project fees and charges.
2. T a PPhase two includes the installation of the customer's service to the lot comer
or on-site transformer or meter socket. Service will be fun installed upon mutual
agreement, as toapoint of-service and meter location. A separate charge will be made for
the service prior to installation.
Modifications to the development plans requiring field changes in the electric system and
unforeseen construction obstacles such as frost and rocky soil conditions will be charged on a
change order basis and will be coordinated with the developer prior to proceeding with the
work.
4.2. Modifications to Capacitv
For remodeling or other modifications where the customer's electric panel capacity is increased
and where development charges have not previously been paid, development charges (off-site
facilities,primary and streetlights)are applicable to the increased capacity on a prorated basis.
All charges for on-site costs are applicable per the Line Extension Policy of the "Electric
Service Rules and Regulations".
5. Residential Construction
This policy should be applieds to new subdivided areas where curb (except for radius sections)
and grading 4a have been completed but where gas and telephone utilities and paving have
not been installed. (See Construction Sequence.)
Residential construction _„"i—ed to b. ,his ' '"", . is defined as a single phase primary
system complete with transformer vaults and transformers designed to teAiee convert the
primary system voltage to the standard residential voltage of 120/240 volts, three-wire single-
phase, including the three wire electric service to the meter location. The electric facilities will
generally be installed underground behind the curb or sidewalk with a minimum cover of 30
inches, and will generally be completely at or below grade utilizing front lot line construction.
Streetlighting will be installed in accordance with the City of Fort Collins design criteria and
standards for streets.
5.1. Meter Sockets
5.1.1. Meter sockets as a ,.._,,. ' ig the 644 • ill shall be UL-approved,4-terminal
sockets and shall be furnished and installed by the owner or his agent as a
contribution in aid to construction on a non-refundable basis.
5.1.2. Meter sockets shall be rated for a minimum of 100 amps.
5.1.3. The b'tflity Utilities reserves the right not to energize an under-rated or unapproved
meter socket.
5.1.4. Damaged meter sockets will-shall be replaced and installed by the owner or his
agent at no expense to the tLl ty Utilities.
,.v 200 ,,.ips
5.1.5. For installations exceeding 200 amps applicable meter socket rules covered in the
Commercial section shall apply.
5.2. Single Occupancy(single residence)
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5.2.1. Before electric service is installed, the meter socket(furnished by the owner-aNd
. approved by the r tility) shall be installed and the meter socket installation must be
approvaled obtained ffem by the Building Inspection Department.
5.2.2. A rigid non-metallic conduit with a 24-inch 90-degree bend elbow attached from the
socket to a point 36 inches below finished grade, must be provided. The conduit size
shall be as specified by the utility Utilities and shall not be less than 2 inches inside
diameter.
5.2.3. The Utility Utilities will furnish and install the service conductors to the meter
socket.
5.2.4. The meter must be located for easy reading and access by the Utility Utilities on a
side wall of the residence as close to the street side of the residence as possible and
shall not be in an enclosed or fenced area of the yard. The laeation of the ...e. ei.
5.2.5. The Utility-Utilities will install, own and maintain all underground service wires,
buses and electrical devices up to and including provisions for connection of the
customer's service wires; such connection provision to will be generally located
within the confine of the meter socket enclosure.
5.2.6. All construction and maintenance on the customer side of any provision for customer
service wire connection including the making of such service connections shall be
done by someone other than the U-tility Utilities.
5.2.7. The secondary electric service is to be paid at the time the building permit is issued.
5.3. Multiple Occupancy(apartments)
5.3.1. Where service is provided to individual customers located in a structure designed for
multiple occupancy, meters 4healj shall be grouped for service from a single circuit
secondary service.
5.3.2. The location of the meters shall allow access, at all times,by U4l4, Utilities'
personnel for the purposes of reading meters and maintaining L-tHlity Utilities owned
equipment.
5.3.3. The location shall be on the exterior for multiple occupancy, unless otherwise
approved by the Utility Utilities.
5.3.4. Each meter socket shall be plainly and permanently marked to indicate which
apartment or unit is sbipplied �h,_,': ,.,, it supplies. The marking is-Etr shall be the
same as the mailing address for each unit. The owner or developer{gill shall be
responsible for electricity delivered through unmarked, illegible or incorrectly
labeled meter sockets.
5.3.5. All expenses incurred by the Utility Utilities related to correcting improperly labeled
meters will be billed to the developer or owner whose responsibility it shall be to pay
such expenses within 30 days of receipt of said billing.
5.3.6. The owner+kill-shall furnish and install U4 44-y UL approved meter sockets and rigid
(non-metallic) service entrance conduit with 24 inch radius and 90 degree bend
elbow to a point 36 inches below finished grade. The service conduit shall be not
less than 2-1/2 inches inside diameter or as specified by the Utility Utilities. t44ty
5.3.7. The owner shall also provide a one-inch conduit from the transformer to an
accessible Point inside the building near the meter installation for future use by the
Utilities.
5.3.8. At the option of the Utility Utilities, the owner may be required to furnish and install
specified service conductors to the transformer terminals.
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5.3.9. Service conductor size and insulation shall be as approved or specified by the Utility
Utilities.
5.3.10. Trenches for secondary services to apartment complexes -, hi eh that are 8-plexes
and larger are to shall be inspected by Building Inspection.
6. Mobile Home Parks
6.1. Ganged Meter Sockets
6.1.1. Electric facilities will generally be installed on rear lot lines(unless otherwise
approved by the utility Utilities)to ganged meter sockets with breakers, and will be
installed and billed with the first phase of construction.
6.1.2. The location of the meter shall allow access, at all times,by utility Utilities
personnel for the purposes of reading meters and maintaining Utility Utilities-owned
equipment.
6.1.3. Meter sockets with breakers shall be furnished, installed and maintained,and
ia-tap-El by the owners. Meter sockets and breakers shall be 4t44y Utilities-
approved devices.
6.1.4. Meter sockets shall be rated for a minimum of 100 amps. A 2-inch rigid non-metallic
utility service conduit(or conduits as required) from the meter sockets with a
minimum cover of 42 inches (f 6 inches) from finished grade, using a 24 inch radius
90-degree bend is to be installed by the owner and approved by the building
inspector.
6.1.5. If the meter sockets are not building mounted, the 2-inch conduits shall be rigid steel
and shall be supported in concrete.
6.1.6. The mounting height from the bottom of the meter to ultimate final grade should be
36 inches.
6.1.7. Each meter position shall be plainly and permanently marked to indicate which unit
pli d ihere' o•-• it sunnlies. The marking is to be the same as the mailing
address for each unit. The owner or developer will be responsible for electricity
delivered through unmarked or incorrectly labeled meter sockets.
6.1.8. Expenses incurred by the L tility Utilities related to correcting improperly labeled
meters will be billed to the developer or owner, whose responsibility it shall be to
pay such expenses within 30 days of receipt of said billing.
6.1.9. All wiring from the customer side of the meter is to be installed, owned and
maintained by the owner. The point of delivery shall be the load side terminals of the
meter socket.
6.1.10. The Uiility Utilities will install, own, operate and maintain circuits and equipment
up to the point of delivery.
6.1.11. The U01it,Utilities shall have utility Utilities-sealed access to the meter socket.
6.1.12. The customer shall own, maintain and operate all breakers,receptacles and other
devices on the customer side of the point of delivery.
6.2. Single Position Pedestals
Single position mobile home utility meter pedestals may be used with the same "Electric
Construction Policies,Practices and Procedures" as applies to ganged meter sockets.
7. Planned Unit DeN elopmentProject Development Plan
The applicable service rules as described under the residential construction, mobile home
parks, and commercial headings apply.
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. 8. Commercial Construction/Development
8.1. General
8.1.1. Commercial development will be considered on an individual basis depending upon
size,type and characteristics of the load requirement.
8.1.2. The Utilit, Utilities will endeavor to provide special service voltages and/or
connections when a Utility Utilities-approved document is presented, provided that
such document or documents accurately and completely describe the owner's load
and desired entrance needs.
8.1.3. Service requirements, construction costs and payment terms will be gi+ provided
on request. Early contact with the I4ilio Utilities during the planning stages is
essential. The Utility Utilities will not be obligated to provide special service
voltages oreennections to these �ho h not ee "inatLd their if planning has not
been coordinated with the Utility:Utilities.
8.1.4. Entrance requirements including location, number of phases,voltage, amperage per
meter, number of meters, and underground or overhead must be determined with the
Uy Utilities at an early date.
8.1.5. Typically,the Z t{ ty Utilities will provide these services:
✓ 3 wire 120/240 volt single phase,
✓ 3 wire 208Y/120 volt single phase,
✓ 3 phase 208Y/120 4 wire service, or
✓ 3 phase 480Y/277 volt 4 wire service.
Other service voltages or types must be approved by the Utilities.
8.1.6. Because of planned underground service facilities and requirements to convert
overhead lines to underground, the location or characteristics of existing or prior
electric service facilities will not determine the location or service characteristics of
a new or modified electric service entrance.
8.1.7. Except when the 6 tiiitt Utilities determines that underground is not feasible,
services will be installed underground.
8.1.8. The owner will be required to furnish, install and maintain all circuits and equipment
on the customer side of the point of delivery.
8.1.9. Streetlighting will be installed in accordance with the City of Fort Collins' design
criteria and standards for streets.
8.2. Meter Sockets
8.2.1. For loads not exceeding 200 amps or 300 volts applicable meter socket rules under
in the Residential Construction heading section apply. Contact the Utilky Utilities
for 320-amp single phase socket approval on a case-by-case basis.
8.2.2. For loads exceeding 200 amps or 300 volts but less than 600 volts, meter sockets
will be furnished by the Ut 4ta Utilities and installed by the owner or his agent.
Metering will be instrument transformer rated, with instrument transformers
fumished by theme-_4 445 Utilities. The owner or his agent wr 4 shall furnish and install
all nec2i,s&F�;a one-inch conduit from the meter socket to the instrument transformer
location.
8.2.3. Instrument transformers and associated equipment such as enclosures, racks, poles,
cable, terminations, insulators, etc., for primary metering will shall be ' Fri;Frii4ed anc
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installed h, the '"tit I at the expense of the customer on a non-refundable basis. The
owner or his agent Y 14 shall install the meter socket(furnished by the Utility
Utilities), and v,44 shall furnish and install all-neeessar-a one-inch conduit from the
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meter socket to the instrument transformer location. The owner shall furnish a one-
inch conduit from the meter socket to the phone room and a one-inch conduit from
the secondary side of the transformer to an accessible point inside the building near
the meter installation for future use by the Utilities.
8.2.4. The location of the meters shall allow access, at all times, by Utility Utilities
personnel for the purposes of reading meters and maintaining 17 44N Utilities-owned
equipment.The location shall be on the exterior unless otherwise approved by the
i42ilit�Utilities.
8.2.5. Each meter socket shall be plainly and permanently marked to indicate which unit-is
---'�aFn it supplies. The marking is to be the same as the mailing address
for each unit.The owner or developer will be responsible for electricity delivered
through unmarked, illegible or incorrectly labeled meter sockets. All expenses
incurred by the T r Utilities related to correcting improperly labeled meters will
be billed to the developer or owner,whose responsibility it shall be to pay such
expenses within 30 days of receipt of said billing.
9. Construction Coordination Sequence
9.1. General
9.1.1. Construction coordination and scheduling is the responsibility of the developer and
owner/builder. To ensure maximum economy in construction, the sequence of
installation of utilities, streets, driveways, sidewalks, etc., must be coordinated with
the Utility Utilities.
9.1.2. Increased construction costs incurred by the t4lity Utilities due to the lack of
economic scheduling or construction coordination will be charged to the developer
or owner/builder.
9.1.3. In general, underground utilities should be installed in r>Fderfrom deepest to
shallowest, i.e. the deepest utility should be installed first, the second deepest
second, etc.
9.1.4. The underground utility installation sequence diagram included herein illustrates the
typical construction plan and profile,along with typical developer and owner/builder
sequence steps.This diagram is provided as a guide to assist the developer and the
owner/builder. Actual construction sequences must be coordinated with the U44iy
Utilities on a project by project basis.
9.1.5. Changes or additions to the electric system due to development deviations will be
made at the expense of the developer or owner. A development deviation is any
variation from the prescribed sequence of development that increases the cost of
construction for the 144l�s.
9.2. Prerequisite to Construction
9.2.1.
furnished by his Utility. be-, .,4b. t,,, .i...,i. .,. _The
developer shall grant easements for the installation of the Utilities" facilities.
9.2.2. All lot comers pertaining to the underground system must be staked and all final
grading on the service lines and easements completed before work will be started.
Curb(except for radius sections), gutter and final grade, adjacent to and 15 feet from
the property side of the curb, must be completed prior to the installation of the
electric facilities.
9.2.3. Concrete curb and sidewalks must be cured a minimum of 7 days to prevent damage
thereto.
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9.3. Street Crossing Option
9.3.1. Upon the approval of the U614y Utilities, a developer may install conduits at street
crossings.This option sefves to expedites the developef ent process when street
paving is scheduled before the underground electrical system can be installed.
9.3.2. The ':. Utilities will specify the locations of such crossings and provide all
materials to the developer.
9.3.3. All crossings must be inspected and approved by the Utility Utilities. A credit will
be issued to the developer in the amount of the net savings realized by the Utility
Utilities due to the developer's installation of the conduits.
9.3.4. The developer/owner/agent is responsible for the cost and repair or replacement of
damaged or unusable conduit in street crossings provided for installation of electric
and joint use facilities.
9.4. Trenching Option
9.4.1. At the discretion of the t-3414i Utilities. the developer or owner may be required to
furnish all necessary trenches, excavations:and backfills to meet the requirements
established by the Utility Utilities for the underground electric system. A credit will
be given based on trenching costs to the Lillity Utilities in average soils.
9.4.2. All trenches dug by the developer or owner will be inspected and approved by the
tot ty Utilities prior to the installation of conduits and conductors. The Utility
Utilities will, in these cases, approve the backfill material and installation. If the
excavated material contains rock, the developer will be required to supply proper
backfilling material.
9.4.3. It is the developer or owner's responsibility to coordinate all work,including the
inspection of trenches and backfill. The L'tikity Utilities reserves the right to test
compaction or depth at the cost of the developer or owner.
9.5. Joint Use Construction
9.5.1. In cases where the electric trench is to be used for the installation of
communications or other utility facilities,plans t4 same shall be
made with the U-44ty Utilities for inclusion in the final electrical design prior to the
developer's request for scheduling and a minimum of two weeks prior to the date that
electric construction is to begin.
9.5.2. The initial planning, coordination and implementation of a joint use agreement with
the Utility Utilities shall be the responsibility of the developer, owner and or third
party utility desiring joint use trench.
9.5.3. The Uulw, Utilities will not offer joint use to those who have not completed the
coordination of their planning with the joint use parties.
9.5.4. Joint use costs will be charged to the owner/developer or third party utility to
recover engineering service, construction. installation of facilities, maintenance and
administrative costs.
10. Vacating an Easement Relocation of Facilities from Vacated Easement
In the case where an easement has been granted and electric distribution facilities have been
installed, the parties seeking to have such easement changed shall pay the Utiiity Utilities the
actual cost for relocation of the ht+I+ty Utilities' electric distribution facilities and shall
provide the necessary alternative rights-of=way.
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11. Temporary Lines
11.1. Any temporary electric service lines required by the developer for construction
purposes before the underground system is completed shall be at the expense of the
developer.
11.2. At the option of the Utility Utilities,the developer will be billed for the actual or
estimated cost of construction,plus estimated retirement costs. There will be no charge
for recoverable materials.
12. Working Adjacent To Overhead Lines
12.1. Any person, eotisume customer, business, or other party working within ten (10) feet of
overhead power lines carrying more than 600 volts shall provide 72 hours notice to the
Utility Utilities of such work.
tf 12.2. The 44t ,Utilities shall coordinate the efforts to cover up or in some manner to make
such lines safe for the work or activity.
12.3. The- ers*Rie�customer,person,business or party shall pay all costs associated with
making such lines safe.
12.4. Failure to notify the> t+kta Utilities 72 hours in advance of any activity within 10 feet
of overhead lines, shall relieve the t44ty Utilities of all responsibility or liability for
accidents, injuries or damages arising through or from such activities.
13. Locate Policy
13.1. To prevent service interruptions, personal injury and property destruction resulting from
damage to underground facilities during excavation, Colorado state law requires
notification of utilities at least two business days prior to any excavation. Notification
will be made through the'. 4 ty' Utilities' notification agent.
13.2. Upon receiving such notice, the Nti+ity Utilities shall advise the excavator of the
location and size of underground facilities in the proposed excavation area.
13.3. The L-t lity Utilities will designate the location of the facilities with clearly identifiable
markings within eighteen (18) inches, laterally, from the exterior sides of the facilities.
13.4. The excavator will undertake the excavation within 72 hem 30 days of receiving the
facility location. (If the markings are no longer clearly visable within that 30 days.
another locate must be requested.) If an excavator discovers that the L- ti 4i-Utilities has
incorrectly marked the location of the underground facilities, the F=t+lita Utilities must
be informed immediately and excavation must be stopped.
l to ty Utilities personnel will repair any damage and correct the faulty markings.
13.5. ""
The Utilities will be relieved of all responsibility and liability for the accuracy of the
locations if the excavator fails to undertake excavation within 30 days. Within that 30
dos. the Utilities will be further relieved of all responsibility and liability for the
accuracy of the locations if the markings are no longer clearly visible.
13.6. In the event of actual or potential damage to an underground utility facility, the
excavator shall stop excavation and immediately notify the U614N Utilities of the
location and extent of such damage. The excavator will be responsible for the cost of
repairing facilities, including mobilization of J,7; ty Utilities crews, damaged under any
of the following conditions:
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1. Correctly located underground facilities,
. 2. Damage to facilities in areas where locations were not requested,
3. Damage to facilities that were located in excess of 72ors 30 days prior to
excavation,
4 Damage to facilities where the location markings were no longer visible,
5. Continued damage to the tr« Utilities' system resulting after the first
exposure of incorrectly located facilities.
13.7. All excavation shall be in conformance with applicable local, state and federal laws and
as described above.
14. Contractor Access To Energized Transformer Compartments
14.1. The I 'tillp -Utilities will provide access to energized transformer compartments at the
request of a licensed electrical contractor or electrician. No such access will be allowed
until the Utilitt Utilities and contractor/electrician have executed an agreement
specifying the responsibilities of each party.
14.2. The contractor/electrician must take every reasonable measure to ensure that public
health, safety and welfare is protected duFing the ,.._,.,, in .. hi lg while access to the
transformer has been granted.
15. Other Rules and Regulations
Where other published rules of the thd+ty Utilities do not conflict with the above, they are
• applicable. These policies are intended to supplement and not alter the Electric Service Rules and
Regulations. If a conflict does occur the Electric Service Rules and Regulations apply.
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Glossary
Building Site Charges-Charges for installing electric service lines from the street to the
residential meter or commercial transformer. Off site facilities (kVa load)charge,primary
service charge, and secondary service charge are collectively referred to as "building site
charges."
Development Charges -Charges for providing primary electric service to the lot comer of
the site, including the cost of streetlight construction. Three ehargeTOeff site facilities,primary
charge and streetlight charge are collectively referred to as "development charges,"
Excavation-Any operation in which earth is moved or removed by means of any tools,
equipment or explosives and includes,but is not limited to, auguring,backfilling,ditching,
drilling, grading, plowing-in,pulling-in, ripping, scraping, trenching and tunneling.
Off Site Facilities-Delivers electric power from main substations to subdivisions and load
areas.
Off Site Facilities Charge-Cost to bring primary electric power from main substations to
subdivisions and load areas.
Point of Delivery-That point defined as the load side of the electric meter or the load side
of the main disconnect where current transformers(CTs) are employed or as otherwise
designated by the l tilitf Utilities beyond which the customer is responsible for installation and
maintenance of electrical equipment.
Point of Service-That point at which the r?« LJtil ities' service lines, primary or
secondary, enter the property of their customer, or as otherwise designated by the! t F ty
Utilities.
Primary Charge -Cost to bring primary electric power at primary voltage from the
subdivision boundary to the internal loads in the subdivision.
Primary Electric Service-All cable, enclosures, switches and associated apparatus
necessary to provide primary service to the transformers or primary bus from the primary feeder.
Primary Feeder -Delivers electric power at primary voltage to the subdivision or individual
load from the off site facilities.
Primary Service Charge -Cost to bring primary voltage electric cable to pad mounted
transformers or building vaults on customer's premises.
Redevelopment -New construction on a site on which development charges have not
previously been paid. or as determined by the Utilities.
Secondary Electric Service-Electric distribution service cables of 600 volts and below
from the transformer to the customer's metering point.
Secondary Service Charge-Cost to bring electric distribution service cables of 600 volts
and below from the transformer to the customer's metering point.
Streetlight Charge -The charge for the installation of new streetlights. Streetlights are
installed in accordance with the City of Fort Collins'Design Criteria and Standards for Streets.
UL - Underwriters' Laboratories. Inc.
1,44ky Utilities -The City of Fort Collins ' ht and o,...o_r'''k-y Utilities (the Utilities).
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