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City of Elkhorn

Wisconsin Utility Interconnection & net metering rules
Net Metering Allowed1
NEM TypeMonthly
Line Taps Allowed0
Load Taps Allowed0
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
1
NEM Type
Monthly
TOU Utility
0
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Net Excess Generation Notes

20 kW or Less AC

The customer shall be billed monthly on a net energy basis and shall pay the fixed charge and energy charge specified in the rate schedule under which he is served. If, in any month, the customer’s bill has a credit balance of $25 or less, the amount shall be credited to subsequent bills until a debit balance is reestablished. If the credit balance is more than $25, the utility shall reimburse the customer by check upon request. Monthly credits shall be computed by taking the net excess kilowatt-hours produced times the sum of the applicable energy charge plus monthly power cost adjustment clause (PCAC).


Greater Than 20 kW AC

Export Rate - TOU

Rebates Offered
1

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
20
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

Production Meter Required
No
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Placards
  • Provide and install a "Dual Power Source" label at the meter socket indicating the operating voltage, maximum current and maximum power of the solar PV system that is installed. Customer shall provide an "Interconnection Disconnect Switch" label at the DG disconnect. Example labels uploaded to files. 
  • Permanent labeling is required; Labeling shall be rigid engraved plastic, engraved self-sticking brass or engraved self-sticking aluminum.
  • Labeling shall use a minimum of 1/4 inch block lettering. 
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Website
link
Phone
(262) 723-3138

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Revision Required
0
Mod Swap Requires Planset
1
Address ID
168112
Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with City of Elkhorn 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.