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Ocala Electric Utility

Florida Utility Interconnection & net metering rules
Net Metering Allowed0
NEM TypeMonthly
Line Taps Allowed0
Load Taps Allowed1

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
0
NEM Type
Monthly
Post Solar Billing Method
Export Rate
Solar Export Type
Avoided Cost
Solar Export Rate Approx
0.06
Solar Export Value Notes
The calculated rate is based on ARP Renewable Generation Credit Rate/kWh + OEU’s current demand credit. The OEU demand credit value is a temporary incentive credit and is currently $0.06000/k
Net Excess Generation Notes

Net metering adds a credit to the billing process. The customer will be billed for the total amount of electricity (kWh) delivered to the home by the utility. The customer will then be credited for the total amount of excess electricity (kWh) that is generated by the customer and delivered to the utility at a calculated rate. 


Excess generation = First, the customer-owned renewable generation is used to supply the customer’s own electricity usage, offsetting the need for electricity from their utility. When the customer needs more electricity than their system generates, the deficit is purchased from the utility. Conversely, when the customer uses less electricity than their system generates, the surplus is delivered to the utility’s distribution system, metered, and compensated to the customer on future billings as a credit.

Rebates Offered
0

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Interconnection Level
3
Line Taps Allowed
0
Load Taps Allowed
1
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0
Meter Aggregation Allowed
0

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
0
System Size Restriction Type
No Restrictions
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Type
Percentage
Offset Value
100
Offset Calculation Basis
Historical
Offset Calculation Period
12
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
System Offset Notes

100% - please utilize the utility's sizing calculator found here:


https://www.ocalafl.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/18620/638205324725230000


  • For projects with existing system, enter the net kWh consumption (not the total consumption).
  • The calculator will provide the maximum AC kW system - their AC system is equivalent to DC Size * 0.85
Offset Calc Tool
Utility Tool

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
Production Meter Position
N/A
Production Meter Labeling
N/A
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Electric Service Reqs

System Size:

* The RGS GPR must not exceed 90% of the customer's distribution rating at the customer's location.


Equipment, installation, operation and maintenance is in compliance with several Net Metering standards, including:

* IEEE 1547 (2003): Standard for Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric Power Systems

* IEEE 1547.1 (2005): Standard Conformance Test Procedures for Equipment Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric Power Systems

* UL 1741 (2005): Inverters, Converters, Controllers and Interconnection System Equipment for Use with Distributed Energy Resources The National Electric Code, state and/or local building codes, mechanical codes and/or electrical codes The manufacturer’s installation, operation and maintenance instructions


Taps:

* Please contact the Meter Division if you should need access to the meter can. .

Rate Schedule Link
link
Website
link
Phone
(352) 629-2489

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Revision Required
1
Mod Swap Requires Planset
1
Address ID
108133
Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Ocala Electric Utility 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.