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Runestone Electric Assn

Minnesota 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

Kilowatt-hours produced by the QF in excess of the monthly usage shall be supplied as an energy credit on the member and applied to subsequent energy bills, with an annual true-up on December 31. Excess energy credits existing as of December 31 shall default back to the Cooperative with no compensation to the QF.

Rebates Offered
0
Deregulated
0
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
40
System Size Restriction Type
AC kW
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Type
No Restrictions
Offset Value
0
Offset Calculation Period
0
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2

Metering & disconnect

AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Utility Disconnect Switch

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Standard

SLD Reqs

The one-line diagram shall include, but not limited to, the following information:

  • Applicant Name
  • Application ID
  • Installer name and contact information
  • Address where DER system will be installed
  • Correct electrical position of all equipment, including but not limited to: Panels, Inverter, DC and AC disconnects.
  • Distance between equipment
  • Labeling found on equipment
  • Total Aggregated AC nameplate rating of DER
  • DER protection elements

The one-line diagram shall be signed and stamped by a Minnesota Professional Engineer if the DER is larger than 20 kW and uncertified or larger than 250 kW and certified.

Electric Service Reqs

Please follow the Minnesota Technical Service Manual for all AC Disconnect Requirements

  • The Utility AC disconnect used by the Area EPS Operator to safely isolate the DER from the Area EPS shall be located within 10 feet of the revenue meter.
Install Reqs

AC Disconnect Required


**Pending confirmation if a production meter is required**

Placards

All signage and labeling shall meet applicable NEC requirements including NEC 110.21 (B), 690.13 and 750.10.


For specifics, please review the utility specification manual pages 23 and 24

Electrical Stamp Required
0
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Website
link
Phone
(320) 762-1121

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Revision Required
1
Mod Swap Requires Planset
1
Address ID
15332733
Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Runestone Electric Assn 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.