Line Extensions

Costs and Considerations

This page provides an overview of RG&E’s policies and procedures for new line extensions for applicants requesting electric service. Detailed information is available in RG&E’s effective tariff  PSC No. 19.

Allowances

New applicants meeting permanency requirements may receive up to 500 feet of single-phase or 300 feet of three-phase overhead electric distribution line, per premises (tax parcel), free of charge. In addition, residential customers may receive up to 100 feet of overhead electric service line, per premises (tax parcel), free of charge. 

Contributions

Applicants contribute to the cost of construction for any distance beyond the free allowance, and for the cost difference between overhead and underground service if the applicant chooses underground service. Residential customers may choose a 10-year payment plan, if credit qualified, when a contribution of more than $1,000 is required. 

Contribution Refunds

If a line extension was originally a distribution line or becomes a distribution line within 10 years of its construction, and additional applicants request service from that line, excess line allowances shall be recalculated.  Contributions received toward construction of the line may be refunded in whole or in part, based on prorated amounts, as additional new customers take service from that line. 

Additional Resources

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