Installer Resources

Interconnection Process & Checklist for Installers  

Step 1:  Submit an Interconnection Application  

Required documents for application submittal: 

• Customer Agreement  
• One Line Diagram of RG System   
  • Accessible AC disconnect
  • Production meter socket if AC capacity is greater than 50 kW  
• Site Plan of RG System   
• Load Data Sheet for New Construction   

* The member must have an account number prior to submitting an application. 

Step 2:  LPEA Engineering Review (2-4 weeks)  

LPEA Renewables and Engineering teams review Interconnection Application for completeness and for compliance with requirements.  

• Interconnection request approved

OR   

• Certain requirements must be completed prior to obtaining approval for interconnection.  

Note: LPEA Engineering approval valid for 12 months. Projects must be placed in service wtihin 12 months or a new application will be required. 

Step 3:  Installation Process  

• Construction of system 
  • Review LPEA’s Interconnection Standards prior to installation    
  • Accessible AC disconnect  
  • Production meter (*If applicable please email renewables@lpea.coop one week in advance to coordinate meter pick up. Meter socket provided by installer.)   
• State Electrical Inspection  

Step 4:  Submit Completion Documents 

**IMPORTANT: Systems may NOT be energized until final completion documents are received and LPEA grants permission to operate.  

Email the below documents to renewables@lpea.coop: 

• Certificate of Completion 
• Approved State Electrical Inspection Final Report 
• Proof of LPEA’s Required Inverter Settings  

Step 5: LPEA Final Inspection  

LPEA performs Final Inspection within two weeks of receiving final completion documents from step four.  

• Installers may be required to be present at final inspection   
• Certificate of Completion will be issued upon LPEA approval