Norwood Electric Department

Massachusetts Utility Interconnection & net metering rules

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Net Metering AllowedNo
Supply Side Taps AllowedNo
Line Taps AllowedNo
Load Taps AllowedNo
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
No
TOU Utility
No
Post Solar Billing Method
Feed-in-Tariff
Solar Export Type
Other
Solar Export Value Notes
$0.075 for all kWh
Net Excess Generation Notes

All electricity generated by the Customer’s generation equipment shall be purchased by NMLD. 

Rebates Offered
Yes
Deregulated
Yes

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Supply Side Taps Allowed
No
Line Taps Allowed
No
Load Taps Allowed
No
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0
Meter Aggregation Allowed
Yes

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
25
System Size Restriction Type
DC kW
System Size Battery Included
No
System Size Includes Existing Systems
No
Offset Type
No Restrictions
Offset Value
0
Offset Calculation Period
0
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
Offset Calc Tool
N/A

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
Yes
Production Meter Position
Inv-PM-Disco-POI
Production Meter Labeling
Production Meter
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Utility Disconnect Switch
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs
  • AC disconnect must be accessible to the utility 24/7. The switch shall be located outdoors and easily accessible to Department personnel at all times.
  • Azimuth must be between 90 and 270 degrees
  • As measured by Solar Access Value, the expected output will be reduced by no more than 20% due to shading.
  • The analysis must include the azimuth, system tilt, and shading for each plane that will host PV panels. 
  • System must include the installation of the LocusNOC meter in addition to the Participating MLP’s production meter
SLD Reqs
  • AC disconnect: switch shall be gang operated, have a visible break when open
  • System must include the installation of the LocusNOC meter in addition to the Participating MLP’s production meter
  • A sample line diagram is available in the database Files section
Install Reqs
  • The PV project electrical work must be performed by a Massachusetts licensed electrician.
  • The PV project must be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions and in compliance with all applicable codes and standards including:
  • Local, state, and/or federal building and electrical laws, codes and practices.
  • All pertinent permits and inspections must be obtained, and copies kept on file as may be required by local codes and/or state law.
  • System must include installation of the LocusNOC meter in addition to the Participating MLP’s production meter.
  • The utility must be aware of the install date so they can attend the installation and confirm the plans being used are the ones they approved.
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
No
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
No
Website
link
Phone
(781) 948-1100

Other details

Revision Required
No
Mod Swap Requires Planset
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Norwood Electric Department 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.