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Elmhurst Mutual Power & Light

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

Net metering & export

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

If the electricity generated by the Member and distributed back to EMP during the billing period, exceeds the electricity supplied by EMP, then the Member shall be credited for the net excess kilowatt-hours generated during the billing period, with this kilowatt-hour credit appearing on Member’s bill. All remaining credits will expire on April 30th each year without compensation to the member. 

Rebates Offered
0
Deregulated
1
Allows Standby
0

Interconnection & taps

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

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
100
System Size Restriction Type
AC kW
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Type
Combination
Offset Value
100
Offset Calculation Basis
Historical
Offset Calculation Period
12
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
Offset Calc Tool
Historical Usage

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
Yes
Production Meter Position
Inv-Disco-PM-POI
Production Meter Labeling
Production Meter
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Not req'd for IX submittal

SLD Reqs

Standard

Electric Service Reqs
  • IEEE 1547-2003
  • UL 1741
  • IEEE 929-2000
Install Reqs

Disconnect switch required

  • shall be accessible on the exterior of the building and accessible at all times to utility personnel
  • shall be visible break type in a metal enclosure
Placards

Common labeling furnished or approved by EMP and in accordance with NEC requirements must be posted on meter base, disconnects, and transformers informing working personnel that generation is operating at or is located on the premises

Electrical Stamp Required
0
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Rate Schedule Link
link
Website
link
Phone
(253) 531-4646

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Revision Required
1
Mod Swap Requires Planset
1
Address ID
10583636
Express Planset Eligible
No
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Elmhurst Mutual Power & Light before you rely on this. The useful move: if an installer says you need a main panel upgrade, ask how these tap and interconnection policies were considered first.