- Ringless-lever bypass type meter enclosure
- A Utility Safety Disconnect Switch (USDS) - located externally
- Proper labeling on the meter enclosure indicating the location of all energy sources, and the USDS - if not immediately visible from the meter.
Member Solar FAQ
YVEA does not restrict how large the DC side of your system can be. For the AC side of a system no more than 10kW for a small general service, or 25kW for a medium/large general service can export at any given time. Inverters with larger nameplate ratings that are capable of “export limiting” may be permitted after an application is reviewed. These installations will be required to submit a grid sellback letter in order to receive a Permission to Operate status.
- In order to keep from raising rates to fund such projects, YVEA's board has elected not to offer rebates or incentives for member-owned solar systems.
- During an outage, YVEA requires that member-owned solar systems shut down.
- This is because they could pose a significant safety hazard to line crews troubleshooting outages and restoring power.
- If the solar system is attached to a battery and has a YAMP-approved transfer switch, the battery may continue to provide power during an outage.
- Once the installation is complete, the installer will contact YVEA and let us know that the system is ready for inspection. A member-signed (electronic or manual signature) Certificate of Completion will be sent to YVEA for signature.
- The YVEA Approving Authority will coordinate a time and date to test the system to verify outage monitoring capability, the AC disconnect location and operation, the power production of the system, adequate signage, and any voltage rise on the system.
- The net meter will be installed which will measure excess power production as well as consumption. A copy of the completed Certificate of Completion will be provided to the member or installer.