Snohomish PUD

Washington Utility Interconnection & net metering rules

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Net Metering AllowedYes
NEM TypeAnnual
Line Taps AllowedYes
Load Taps AllowedYes
AC Disconnect RequiredSituational

Net metering & export

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

The PUD shall purchase power from an eligible facility at a rate equal to the energy component of the retail rate at which the PUD provides electrical service to the facility. the customer shall receive a credit for all electric energy produced during a billing period in excess of the amount of electric energy supplied by the PUD during that period, such credit to be applied to the customer’s future electric bills. On March 31 of any calendar year shall be zeroed out with no further liability to the PUD and no credit to the customer for that balance.

Rebates Offered
No
Deregulated
Yes

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Line Taps Allowed
Yes
Load Taps Allowed
Yes
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
Production Meter Criteria

PUD does not require production meters. If the customer chooses to add one, it must be labeled on the one-line as "customer-owned"

Production Meter Position
N/A
Production Meter Labeling
N/A
AC Disconnect Required
Situational
AC Disconnect Criteria
  • Systems ≥ 25 kW: Require a visible, open, lockable disconnect switch that is always accessible to District personnel.
  • Single-phase 120/240 V systems < 25 kW with a self-contained meter do not require a visible disconnect switch.
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Standard

SLD Reqs


Electric Service Reqs
  • Meters and Service Entrance Equipment Requirements: Section 5 Meters and Service Entrance Equipment (snopud.com)
Install Reqs
  • Customer is required to supply, install and maintain meter mounting equipment
  • Metering shall not be mounted on district poles, padmount transformers or transclosures.
  • No customer owned equipment may be installed between the meter mounting equipment and a district meter
Placards
  • Meters must be permanently labeled “Net Meter” in compliance with ESR.
  • Use engraved phenolic labels with plain block letters or numbers on a contrasting background.
  • Letters must be at least ½" (12.7 mm) tall unless larger size is required.
  • Labels must clearly indicate the unit served by each meter.
  • Place labels so they are readily visible do not cover existing printed or labeled information.
  • Attach labels smoothly with no overlaps, protrusions, or sharp edges.
  • Do not place labels over existing phenolic labels.
  • Labels may have self-adhesive backs, but must also be secured with at least 2 pop-rivets or screws (larger labels: at least 4).
  • All labels must be installed and secured before acceptance.
  • Exercise caution when drilling or installing fasteners to avoid contact with conductors.
Electrical Stamp Required
No
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
No
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
No
Website
link
Phone
(425) 783-1700

Other details

Revision Required
Yes
Mod Swap Requires Planset
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Snohomish PUD 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.