Borough of Perkasie

Pennsylvania Utility Interconnection & net metering rules

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Net Metering AllowedYes
NEM TypeAnnual
Line Taps AllowedNo
Load Taps AllowedNo
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
Yes
NEM Type
Annual
TOU Utility
No
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Net Excess Generation Notes

"We offer net metering, 1:1 credit at our retail rate"

Rebates Offered
No
Deregulated
Yes

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Line Taps Allowed
No
Load Taps Allowed
No
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
0
System Size Restriction Type
No Restrictions
System Size Battery Included
No
System Size Includes Existing Systems
No
Offset Type
Percentage
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
No
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Standard

SLD Reqs

Standard

Electric Service Reqs

AC Disconnect Required:

  • Must install a manual disconnect device that will have the effect of isolating the generator in the event of an emergency.
  • The disconnect device shall have a visual break and must be accessible to utility personnel
  • Must follow the Boroughs switching, clearance and tagging procedures.

Inverters:

  • DC generation installations using inverters for interconnection with the Borough must use non-islanding type inverters as defined in IEEE 929.
Placards

Generation Site Warning Label

  • Must install a warning label in a conspicuous place on the electric meter or meter box.
  • Warning label shall no be placed in a location that would interfere with the ability to read the meter.
  • Warning label must be placed before the generation can be interconnected
Electrical Stamp Required
No
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
No
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
No
Website
link
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Borough of Perkasie 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.