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HomeMy WebLinkAbout18-1383RESOLUTION NO. 18-1383 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY OF DENTON'S GREENSENSE 1NCENTIVE PROGRAM, GREENSENSE 1NCENTIVE PROGRAM MANUAL, AND DISTRIBUTED GENERATION MANUAL FOR FY 2018-19; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Denton has made a commitment to energy efficiency and conservation; and WHEREAS, the objective of the GreenSense Incentive Program is to reduce energy demand and consumption by promoting energy conservation, thereby reducing the utility bills of Denton Municipal Electric (DME) customers, reducing the peak load of the City's electric system, and, reducing emissions in the state; and WHEREAS, the GreenSense Incentive Program Manual and the Distributed Generation Manual provide program guidelines, set rebate and incentive and credit rates, and establish participant eligibility criteria for customers who choose to participate in the GreenSense Incentive Program; and WHEREAS, the GreenSense Incentive Program Manual and Distributed Generation Manual af�rm the City's commitment to energy efficiency and conservation; and WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to formally approve the updated GreenSense Incentive Program, the GreenSense Incentive Program Manual, and the Distributed Generation Manual for FY 2018-19; NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DENTON HEREBY RESOLVES: SECTION l. The GreenSense Incentive Program Manual and the Distributed Generation Manual, attached as Exhibits "A" and "B" respectively, is hereby approved by the City Council. SECTION 2. The City Manager, or his designee, will bring forth the GreenSense Incentive Program, GreenSense Incentive Program Manual, and the Distributed Generation Manual for annual review by the City Council. SECTION 3. This Resolution shall become effective, confrmed and approved as of September 30, 2018. The motion to approve this ordinance was made by �"�� ���" ���"�°'���r�"� __„ and seconded by �w�rv��'� ,„�����"���� ________� mmm � the ordinance was passed and ������a�c�e��W+� 9�� 1��� I'�,&I��rwvi���� v�,�� ��_ �� N: Aye Nay Abstain Absent Chris Watts, Mayor: r '��' (ierard Hudspeth, District 1: _ �% Keely G. Briggs, District 2: _�✓� Don Duff, District 3: __ � __ John Ryan, pistrict 4: n�___ Deb Armintor, At Large Place 5: _� Paul Meltzer, At Large Place 6: _ � � �� . day of ...... � �.�� ���� �`��'�������� 2018. PASSED AN APPROVED this the �� ��°� ` _ �� �,�� .,�� �� i' „�,��� �F1���"� WA r ���� �: �m:..:.� �.� _ y q �� � ATTEST: JENNIFER WALTERS, CITY SECRETARY �"`��„� �.. � . BY ...... ��.:.��������� '� �:....._._.... ��� � �"......� ��, � � APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM: AARON LEAL, CITY ATTORNEY . � �.�o�__���.��_..�.... BY: ` ��"�� � � �... � ... ���. �"" 9 A � � �� `l(j�°Ya ��o�� 'o /l �' f � I�I�I��� I'I� i%� ��f, I f% �l � i% � � 1� ���,.I� ; �! �1%��. !� I% � � r �� � ,� ��' o, /, � �, r ff, i i � � r ti J If ? r ir 1 y � � l;� �, 1' '' �� � 1 � U II, � " l�' l � ��r� � �%�� l ' � ✓ ,��� �, , , �� ��� � � If l� f�f� �� f �,l � � ; � � � . / �,1; � ,� / � 1 I � �� l �/ l ��' % % l ��j, , � � ��(o %' �I � f � % % ,� '� A , f ��, % , �, ,�� ! l�r,r. ��/rlJil ��1� f � ! ,,, u I �;, ` / /�, � o :, � ,. 1 � � 'I p �f��1 � , �'�� � D' � '�� �Prj '� `� ;� � j'' � F /, � (� (IIJ� � �� 1 j � ��l �� / Jl �'�, �%��� !9 �� f � � 1 b rra o, .� �, / l �,� ���,�, f�,�� ��, �� r o�W � 1 j� YYY Y -,` � 1� � �°'n���e� % 1� � (»„'. /. � � �� i, , �/i t "" � � � %P� '; iJ � � l.. ��� J ,i �� „� /, ��F.�'„� � .. . . . . ��� � �• . . .' �'���a ���������w �am���� ���i����w���9�+�r� The objective of the GreenSense Incentive Program is to reduce energy demand and consumptian by promoting energy conservation, thereby reducing the utility bills of City customers, reducing the peak load of the City's electric system, reducing emissions in the state, and promoting energy conservation. The Program offers incentives, in the form of credits on the electric service bills of the City's electric retail customers. Cash incentives may be paid to retail customers for the installation of photovoltaic applications. In light of additional costs associated with the GreenSense Incentive Program ("Program") and ta mitigate potential risk to ratepayers, any participant in the Program must be, at the time this program is applied for and continuing while such program is in effect, a customer in good standing of all Denton Municipal Utilities, including Solid Waste services. Unless legal review procedures have been invoked in good faith regarding the obligation, a customer in good standing for the purpose of this Rider is defined as a customer not owing any unpaid utility or solid waste debt obligation that is over forty-�ve (45) days past due to the City of Denton, Texas during the previous 12 months. Program applicants will be able to qualify for multiple incentives simultaneously, unless specified in the individual incentive guidelines. A separate application may be necessary for each incentive. The Program will be in effect each fiscal year beginning on October 1, until the allotted funding is depleted or until cancellation of the program by the City. At the time the funds are depleted, no additional applications for participation will be accepted until the next fiscal year. Qualifying applicants must receive electric service from the City. The Program guidelines and payments are subject to change by the City without prior notice. The City may, at any time, discontinue the Program without prior notice. The current program guidelines may be found in the GreenSense Incentive Program Manual located at www.cityofdenton.com. Application for Pa_yment In order for energy efficient upgrades to qualify under the Program Guidelines, an Application for Payment form must be completed and submitted within thirty (30) days of installation of the energy efficient upgrades. For the overall effects of the energy efficiency upgrades to be measurable and verifable through the deemed standards approved by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), the complete information must be recorded for each installation. Applications for Payment, which must be accompanied by a copy of the invoice detailing work completed and efficiency measures installed as well as any technical data on the installed energy efficient upgrade, must be complete and submitted to the Conservation Program Coordinator. � Some energy efficiency upgrades must be permitted and shall be inspected and approved by the City's Building Inspection division, before rebates will be processed. Incentives shall be in the form of a rebate credit to the electric utility accounts of City customers that purchase the qualifying energy efficiency upgrades. After submitting a Request for Payment, customers can expect to receive the rebate credit in 4 to 10 weeks. Incomplete or erroneous information can cause delays in payment. � � ,� ,,. � « T , ,�, � !. � +►: ,, , �� , , �� , � � ' � � , , . Er�er�y Eff�ien�y R�b�t�s .. ._...._.µ ......... 4 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioninge.eeeeee_....1e.a°ae.°a.. ,,q,, .,.,u .,m,.,q wr S �4rncr�t Therr�r�.�tat S Attac° IZefl�cizve Racdicxnt �aa^r�i��°.....e..avaamm.m ...........................................m.s Attic Insulation 6 AirDuct. ._......w ........�........ .. ......... ........... ._..... u...W..... .... ._.w _....r.,6 �'c�lcza^ S�r°��ns 6 i�tndc�ws° 7 Solcrr° YT�czt��^ �Ileater 7 El�c°�r°rc i�ehacle 7 Weatherization Supplies .....................e.,..,......,,..................,..............� Multifamily Tncentive g En�r�y Effici�n�y Ft�bate Applicatior�e-------. _.... .. _. ....... ........... ...... . ...........a.. --- ---.....g Electric Vehicle Rebate Application -----.._. ......... ....... ,..,.w....m.. ..e . ......... .......w. .....,�.10 Solar Photovoltaic Incentive Overview ....... ...... ... .w....... ...,......._ . ... ....�_..m .....,... ....a....o.l l Standard Offer Incentive ........ .w ......... ...... _............. .. . _.......... . ..... ...... .._..,,.. � ....._,..13 Engineering Audit 16 ERCOT Emergency Response Service.....,,..m. .... . a._...... ,.�..,,.. ....A.... .._._m_... .. ...... ......m.21 � GreenSITense Incentive Pro�ram Manual :���ner _y E��cie�c_y ��e����� Installers The installer that installs the prescribed and approved energy efficient upgrades must be registered with the City at the time of the installation. To become a registered Program installer, submit a GreenSense Rebate Installer Form to the Conservation Program Coordinator. Do-It-Yourself installs by property owners qualify for energy effciency rebates. The City does not endorse any product, service, individual or company. Selection of a registered installer/contractor to perform work is the sole decision of the program participant. Any list of registered installers/contractors represents those companies who have registered themselves with the City. There is no work guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, as to the quality, cost or effectiveness of the work performed by the contractor, employees or subcontractors. Requirements ➢ Applicants must be property owner. ➢ All equipment must be new when purchased. No leased or lease to purchase equipment, ➢ No rebate will be paid on a partial installation. ➢ All installations must be for accounts served by the City's electric utility. ➢ All installations must meet all applicable national, local, and manufacturers' codes and specifications. ➢ An itemized and dated invoice from the contractor or retailer along with application. ➢ All application submissions are subject to lawful verification of identification and entitlement to the Program credit by the City. ➢ A pre and/or post inspection might be required. ➢ Requests for payment must be received by Conservation Program Coordinator within thirty (30) days of installation. Fworwwmowrewwwinformation contact: Conservation Program Coordinator Office Number ; (940) 349 - 7733 Email Address Rebates@CityofDenton.com Note: Individual rebates are limited to funds availability. The City may change Program guidelines, payments, and/or discontinuance without prior notice. � �: � � � ,,. I ',. :� '.. � C���dira "'�e�����i���i���� ��x� �.;�����i�i��q�t���v�� `� �t���u �.�°�'"�C�'' The City is affering a rebate up to $400 far the purchase and installation of high-ef�ciency central air conditioners with gas heat, electric heat pumps, and geothermal heat pumps far existing residential and commercial facilities. No new construction applications will be accepted. 3 �.... .... .._ Rebate Amounts to 2.5 Tan Units $200 10_ � to 5.0 Ton Units $400 • � — Equipment must have a minimum of 16 SEER rating - Both condensing unit and evaporator coil must be replaced — Installations must be made by a licensed contractor -- Installation must be permitted, inspected and approved by the City of Denton's Building Inspections Department - All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of this manual Smart Thermostat The City is offering a rebate of 50 percent of invoice, nat to exceed $50.00 for the installation of a smart thermostat. No new construction applications will be accepted. r ' + -��w Thermostat must oifer internet connectivity for remote management --� All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of this manual � � ` � � 1 i . The City is offering a rebate 20 percent af invoice, not to exceed $300.00 per structure far the installation of 80 percent ar mare reflective radiant barrier in accessible attic space an existing structures. No new construction applications will be accepted. I',� '.. ••� -� Installatians must be on rafters or under decking Reflectivity and square faotage must be included on invoice and application � All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of this manual � �°�������� � ������.�� �c���� a���� __w__� .�.__WW___�__.�.����__._. __�_...��.....�_�,��.�...�.�.....,�........... _ r_�r�nFr�m The City is offering a rebate of 50 percent of invoice, not to exceed $400.00 for the znstallation af attic insulatian of at least R-49. No new canstruction application will be accepted. -�- Insulatian must be installed between conditioned and unconditioned areas -� Garages and other non-canditioned areas do nat qualify �� The current insulation level of each hame must be determined and documented -�LL Square footage of installation area must be included an invaice and application, � All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of this manual �' � The City is affering a rebate of 30 percent of invoice, not to exceed $200.00 for the replacement or repair of an air duct systems located in uncanditianed space. No new canstruction applications will be accepted. 1 ' � — Materials used should be long-lasting materials (mastics, foil tape, aerasol-based sealants} — The current air loss level af each system shall be determined and documented by the installer - Materials used shall be documented on invoice (i.e. insulation, mastics, aerosol, etc.) � Invoice must specify whether home has slab or crawlspace and number af staries — All applicatians must meet reguirements on Page 4 of this manual `� , The City is offering a rebate of 30 percent of invaice, not ta exceed $200.00 per structure for the installatian of solar screens on windows in conditioned space. , ' � — Solar screens must block at least 90 percent of solar heat gain. — Structures will only qualify far this rebate once per 12-manth period. -- Reflectivity and square footage must be included on invoice and application, -�w All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 af this manual ������������ ��������.�r� �[������� ����.� The City is offering a rebate of 30 percent of invoice, not to exceed $500.00 per structure for the installation af energy efficient windaws in conditioned space, �� ' � -- Windaws must have a U-Factor af 0.29 ar less AND a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) af 0.22 ar less — Structures will only qualify far this rebate once per 12-month period — Window sticker and square footage must be included on invoice and application --- All applications must meet requirements an Page 4 of this manual �."�i7 Fi'��i-iFi� : •C��'r' The City is affering a rebate of 30 percent of invoice, not to exceed $300.00 per structure for the installation of a solar water heater. ,r ' � - Solar water heater must be sized to accommodate a family of four, at minimum -- Solar water heater must preheat water for an electric water heater that is permanently installed at the structure Solar water heater must have permanently installed electric backup — Structures will only qualify for this rebate once per 12-month period -�- All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of this manual Electric Vehicle The City is offering a rebate af $300 for the purchase of a Plug-In Electric Vehicle. --� Plug-in electric vehicles qualify, including plug-in hybrid-electric �-�� Separate application (see page 10} to be submitted with: — Proof of Purchase — Proof of Registration — Registration address must be within the City's electric utility service territory and served by the City ���w�����w��...:���w����a�.�.....:��c� �����,,,,,,�_.�������.��, ����d�r���� �����C�ia��� �������li��� The City is offering a rebate of 50 percent of receipted cost, not to exceed $50.00 for supplies needed for DIY (do-it-yourse(� weatherization projects. No new construction applications will be accepted. Weatherization Supplies Requirements �- Materials used should be long-lasting and include, but are not limited to caulk, weather stripping, spray foam, attic door insulated cover, and outlet/switch sealers. ����m� Materials used shall be documented on a receipt or invoice - All applications must meet requirements on Page 4 of this manual The City is offering rebates for the purchase and installation of energy efficient upgrades for any existing multifamily complex located on one property. No new construction applications will be accepted. Requirements --- Applications must be completed and approved PRIOR to installation due to limited funds availability -� All requirements for upgrades listed below are the same as the individual incentives detailed in pages 4 to 7 of this Manual _ UP�ra..�.......... .. ... ____________--- � _ --�� de Incentive Cap (not to exceed) �... .�..�..�� � �. , , . . ....�� ..W..�������_._.. �����_ $200 per 1.0 — 2.5 Ton Unit Central HVAC $400 per 3.0 — 5.0 Ton Unit �2�400 �_Smart...Ther �.�......... ... � _�� .�,� ww.._ .. .�mm..�._Na._._. �.���._._.��_��� �. � . .... . mostats $10.00 each $200 �.�._.. Attic Insulation . .. �..m. .�$0.3 ....� ��.���� �_�.r.� ..... .� ..............�.. �.___� � .�...�� P q 0 er s uare foot $1,200 . ..... .. ........ � --- o � ,�............_........__...._._ .._._ - - -- Air Ducts 30 /o of total cost $600 ��������� Solar Screens �� $3.00 per square f����� �. ,,��..�. �� .._�__����.. oot $800 ,,,.,�,.,�....����� �� ............... ...�.�_....____....� ._.__._ ......_._��__ Windows $2.00 per square foot $1,500 ��������,s� �������v� 1F��°c���� _.�_�.�_.����,�� � � �� � � � v� �, �� ���� � �,� � ���� '�� � `� ��� i � u I � � � � r. �„ � .F. � � �� � �� w l� i O i -r.a C � � � � �� � � i`fg 2Y U1 .� � � C� i uY �a � �, �� rd c:: � C7 � w ,m � �" y ca ,.� 'u � � � � 6� � u `u �� �� c �0 � u �py �� "°' ��" � Q Ci �� � � ������. ���� �:�������� ������ ����� Applicant Name: � � � 1�L�if�i �; ���:T+Cii'T�� 1�L�ii��►IF1!i#► [ii+f�l�;�'[�1"�A . � � '� ' �, r , � attery can be charged at (check all that apply}: Electric Account Namber: � Level 1(120 volts} Leve12 (240 volts} DC Fast Charge I hereby certify that the information I provided above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false infarmation may disqualify me from receiving the Electric Vehicle Rebate. I agree to charge my electric vehicle during the off-peak hours of 10:00 PM to 7;00 AM. �1� � GreenS ense Incentiye Pro �ram n Manual S��a:�� l��uo���vol���c �r�ce������e 1i,�lwCW"w1� ��lw_N��^r����� �ma^�e���tr�r��a°�r��« 1i��_ T�r�1�a�lro��,t,��c� ��ca��.��xti+�a�i�� �ua��c.wlq�������� �t�r���r��cm�t� ��r�i....,t�a�a� � a.�.�: .. �,'� ��c�1 x������ �..�� � � .... 1 w��r�..c��������c�����.r,�� �,a����. .. ��a��i�� x;�� � 1���.� * 1llr�. l��w�»i� ��a����9 �f ��+���� � <t���►�r �.a�ru����' ����. o�o�.,�.o� All City electric customers including, but not limited to, residential (both single family and multifamily) and commercial, are eligible to receive a Solar Photovoltaic Incentive in accordance with the provisions of this GreenSense Incentive Program Manual. Those interested in participating in the Solar Photovoltaic Incentive must own the property that has a City electric account or own the property that will have a City electric account where the photovoltaic system is to be installed. Only City electric customers in good standing will be eligible to receive the rebate. In addition to existing customers, developers are also qualified to receive the Solar Photovoltaic Incentive provided that only one rebate will be paid per solar installation. The incentive for qualifying photovoltaic (PV) systems is tiered based on the continuous alternating current (AC) watt output. The calculations used to determine the PV system's AC watt output can be found in the Distributed Generation Manual located at �r�rr�v:..e,:i.t��ic��,���s�,i��.�G�.�a7�� All PV incentives are to be an amount up to $30,000, not to exceed 50% of total project cost. Incentive Tier is as follows: �.._............ � PV...ONLY .... a, PV with Batte ry Stora�e � 3.0 kW to 5.0 kW 80¢ ner AC Watt 3A kW to 5.0 � � kW $1.20 per AC Watt ...�.�5.1 kW to 10... .. � � _.�w.�. .... 0 kWmmmmm� 60¢ per AC Watt 5.1 kW to 10.0 kW 90¢ per AC Watt _ _. � � ________�_ __ __. _ � . ___.. Above 10 1 kW 40¢ er �AC Watt i� ��� ������� ������� �������� ����� Above 10.1 kW 60¢ per AC Watt .... . .. .. �... ......m �?, ........... _� . The City neither expressly nor implicitly warranls any work performed by a contractor, employees, or subcontractor. The City does not endorse any product, service, individual or company. Selection of an installer/contraclor to perform work is the sole decision of ihe program participant. The City rrtakes no warranties whatsoever that participant will realize any energy savings as a result of any installs of the program. In no event shall the City be responsible for any direct, special, incidental, consequential, punitive, exerrtplary or indirect damages in tort, contract, warranty, nc���%i�,Tence, strict liability or under any indemnity provision or otherwise related to any installs or the Solar Photovoltaic Incentive program. Customer assurrees the risk of any loss or damage(s) that the customer may suffer in connection with its participation in the Solar Photovoltaic Incentive program. �.�l,�ti�i"�Iki�:.�'"� @'�"C�LI,�.SIIC'� 1�1'�i.�1��ti.�d1�1t,�;iNiYllww<�fd(�...�i7Nal�m�4�N. �:i"��1"tk�kC"�fi"1 41�� ��I�,�I'i�:�l�l��l� ..�at�l��;1����11:��1 1�111ti� �.e.���t�l�t� t}t� � �t�...� ������'t��wr�°�� ��a�i�:t���a���� f��at° 1���c^�'�,a��r����°ti�����_���.��.�.��mm���t�_������a� ��1����'���W�1 �i•����°r i���, ('�_��re�� tc�,��r�i�._i�i��� The City makes no fnancial commitment to applicants until an application is accepted and a Letter of Intent (LOI) is issued. The LOI is valid for 90 days for upgrades to be installed. Under extenuating circumstances, applicants may request extensions to their LOI. Requests for LOI extension must be submitted prior to LOI expiration, in writing, accompanied by a detailed explanation of the reason for the delay. Contractor must demonstrate that the cause of the delay is �'� � F���� GreenS_ensemmIncentiye Pro�ram Manual out of their control along with substantial progress toward project completion. Extensions will be granted at the sole discretion of the City. Participants forfeit their incentive reservation once the LOI has expired. Any project not completely installed by September 30, will lose its funding. Incentives are given in the form of a check to the rebate participant. Customers do not have the option to have rebate sent directly to the contractor. Incentive payment will be issued within four (4) weeks after the system passes final inspections. Individually metered structures will only qualify for the rebate once per 12 month period and may not exceed $30,000 in its lifetime. Additional PV installs are subject to the same terms as new installs with updated documentation. When budgeted funds are depleted, a waiting list or queue will be established. Any application received for which funding is not available will be processed when funds become available and are subject to program requirements. Rebate participant may be subject to refund any incentive given by the City related to the PV system if the customer fails to meet-ongoing program requirements or fails to ensure that the incented equipment is properly maintained and interconnected to the electric grid or any applicable national, local, manufacturer and the City's Electric Service Standards violations are discovered. The refund amount is calculated as: [incentive received] x[5 — number of full years the PV system was operational] x 0.2. Solar Photovoltaic In�.c���tive Reauirements ➢ Minimum PV install of 3 kW. ➢ Minimum battery install of 3 kW or reasonably sized to PV install ➢ No direct meter connections or double lugging. ➢ 24/7 Meter Access. Costs related to giving the City meter access will be at customer's expense ➢ All PV installations must meet all applicable national, local arad manufacturers' codes and specifications and the City's Interconnection Guidelines. ➢ Installed systems shall carry a 5-year warranty from the installer in addition to a minimum 10- year manufacturer warranty on inverters and 20-year manufacturer warranty of solar panels. ➢ Licensed electrical contractors shall obtain appropriate permits and perform all electrical interconnections. ➢ All inverters and solar modules must be new. ➢ Panels must face South, East, or West. ➢ Panels must be unobstructed and non-shaded. Tree removal and any tree trimming will be at customer's expense. ➢ If re-roofng is required, PV system removal and reinstallation is at customer's expense. ➢ Contractor shall include any required service upgrade costs, and permit fees in the original bid. ➢ PV system shall be interconnected to the City's electrical grid at customer's expense. ➢ PV system shall comply with current City guidelines governing interconnection with the City's electric system and any subsequent revisions to these guidelines. ➢ Customer must give the City access to view PV system generation by adding ����r��cN��c���e��r�����,,,.,,��rra to online profiles or emailing monthly generation data. All information regarding the City's approved Application for Interconnection process may be found in the Distributed Generation Manual located at e����w�.�����'�la�r�������a����. Inquiries can be submitted to �a����t�'�"�r���r,i� e��f�+�Ndt:����aM�����. 12�Page � �����w�����..:����,���m���� �-��°������__w1"����w�_����� S an r ffer I ce t��e Pro�ram Participant The City offers incentives for commercial customers that are interested in making energy efficiency upgrades to their facility to reduce their peak demand by a minimum of 50 kW. Standard Offer Incentive (SOI) participants must have an electric account served by the City. Upgrades must be pre-approved in order to qualify for the rebate. Participant must submit written permission for the City to discuss their account and energy consumption with the installer. Only City customers in good standing will be eligible to receive the rebate. DME does not endorse any product, service, individual or company. Selection of a registered installer/contractor to perform work is the sole decision of the program participant. Any list of registered installers/contractors represents those companies who have registered themselves with DME. There is no work guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, as to the quality, cost or effectiveness of the work performed by the contractor, employees or subcontractors. Acceptable projects may include: Lighting retrofit, HVAC upgrade, Motor replacement Unacceptable projects include those that: Rely on customer behavior, Involve cogeneration and demand management including generation from renewable, Have a negative impact on the environment, Have no capital investment, Plug loads Installers Installer that installs the prescribed and approved energy efficient upgrades does not need to be registered as a DME Authorized Installer. Installer must submit the application along with estimated cost, estimated demand savings, and method of kW savings calculations. Installers must also submit detailed information for each project including scope of work, specific equipment being removed and installed. DME will review the application and supporting documents for acceptance, For more information contact: Pro�ram Administrator Mailing Address Energy Programs 1659 Spencer Road Denton, TX 76205 � ���� ��� �� �. �����:�v� �c���°� ���.��. - - �- � � •� . The City is offering commercial customers $125.00 per kilowatt (kW) reduced from peak demand, not to exceed 50 percent of total project cost. -- The peak demand reduction must be a minimum of 50 kW - Replaced equipment must be disposed of and cannot be put back into service — The energy efficiency upgrade must be in service for at least ten (10) years �� Equipment must meet all codes and permitting requirements Lighting only project will not count for more than 65 percent of incentive � �• . � ' � - � The following must be submitted to the Program Administrator for evaluation and acceptance: — Standard Offer Incentive Form — Praposal showing estimated cost, estimated demand savings, and method of kW savings calculation mm� Customer will receive confirmation that the application was received via e-mail -- City will review the application to determine if the praject will be accepted -- Customer will receive a LOI if the project has been accepted �-- Customer will be contacted to schedule an initial inspection Within 30 days of the completion of the project, the customer will contact the Program Administrator to schedule a final inspection. This inspection is strictly for the purpose of qualifying for the rebate, not to take the place of Building Inspections or internal quality control -� Following final inspection, demand reduction will be verifed �`���� �������� ir��'���ar �7��:�����x°� ���������t���w Pro������������ Administrator Energy Programs ailing Address 1659 Spencer Road Denton, TX 76205 ��r��������� �������v� ���r���� ����.� , .�- , ��- -� � . . ._, . . . CUSTOMER INFORA... ....... ..�. . �..... .. TION � �� .�.......� ��_._. ......�_._�._� __ �.. ... Company Name Account No �. Contact Person ...���������� ........................_.Title��������._......�����_..��������������������������������.���................................�.�e_....__ , ..........................................................................����� .............. 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Company Address ; ��� . � � � • r ,� + - - � ���� . - � . � � - r� �� -� s � . � � . -� w - r �� # • - . . ��� � � � _ � . . �� - . ����� � ���� , - - .� • •�� - . . � .� - - • . � � . . -�� - • ♦ �. � - �; - - �' # � ' •+ . • , - . � * . � • � , .*- � • • .- _ * . �, s r� -� - w� , �, -� � . , Print Name Signature Date (��°�������� �w�w�cr�wt�v�...:J��°r���a ..::...�. ����� E �� i eeri�. � it �������� �t����������t ��"��t����a�t�������rt� Those interested in participating in the Engineering Audit (Audit) must have a City General Service Large (GSL) and/or General Service Time of Use (TGS) electric account where the Audit is to be performed. Only City electric customers in good standing will be eligible to receive the rebate. Each customer site is eligible for one detailed audit every three years. City neither expressly nor implicitly warrants any part of the audits. Customer understands that, while City may provide a program to encourage energy efficiency, City is not liable or responsible in any way for the perforrreance or results of the audits or the Program. City makes no warranties whatsoever that customer will realize any energy savings as a result of the audits or the program. In no event shall City be responsible for any direct, special, incidental, consequential, punitive, exemplary or indirect damages in tort, contract, warranty, negligence, strict liability or under any indemnity provision or otherwise related to the audits or the Program. Customer assumes the risk of any loss or damage(s) that the customer may suffer in connection with its participation in the audits or the Program. Customers requesting an engineering audit must fill out an Audit application and submit it to the Program Administrator. The Program Administrator will review the application and if approved, the customer will be notified and the detailed audit shall be completed by a professional engineer within ninety (90) days of approval by City. For more information contact: Pro�ram Administrator --------------,---- ----�,- -� - - Energy Programs Mailing Address 1659 Spencer Road Denton, TX 76205 Auditor Audit participants are encouraged to receive several auotes before entering a contract with an engineering iirm. Engineering firm must have written permission from the City's electric customer in order to exchange energy information with the City. Engineers are required to submit completed audit reports and a copy of the invoice to the Program Administrator within thirty (30) days after audit is done. ��www W ����� �:_���m��m����_m��������� �����°�.���..:..._...� ���,,.�,.� C�idriQ��w���r� �;����� �r�' "�'e���l�; Once appraved, the engineering audit shall include the fallowing components; ➢ Schedule of the custamer site visit ➢ Identify the current status of any custamer plans for equipment purchase, vendars under cansideration, vendar bids, plans for new canstruction/expansion, and/ar other changes ➢ Identify the customer's schedule requirements (budget cycle, equipment lead-time issues, construction schedules, planned plant shutdowns, etc,) ➢ Identify what the customer needs to have to get an energy efficiency measure (EEM) implemented (financial criteria, maximum budget, etc.) ➢ Energy Use Baseline: Estimate the baseline energy use for all existing major electric equipment related to facility aperations (i.e. refrigeratian, air compressors, lighting, motars, etc.) based on historical usage provided to you by the City ➢ EEMs — Clearly and concisely describe EEMs and EEM alternatives, and describe the source of energy savings — Identify the customer's business reasans (i.e. maintenance, energy efficiency, safety, end-of-life, production increase} for wanting a detailed audit done at the faClllty -� Create a sketch to fully illustrate the current system. This sketch may include distances, controls, piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID), pracess flow and any other pertinent information that affects the current or future functian of the system -- Make an assessment of the potential project costs and energy and cost savings far the EEMs -- Include a description of your calculation methodolagy and how costs were estimated � Include current Power Factar (PF), propased PF, savings, and cost estimate -- An executive summary will be included in the repart with a summary table of measures shawing the description, current kilowatt and kilowatt-haurs per year (kW & kWh/yr), prapased kW & kWh/yr, kW & kWh/yr savings, cost estimate, patential DME incentive, simple payback befare incentive, and simple payback after incentive � ��������� I�.���.��v� �ro���. �, IT.��.�. _�� ,,,���.�. �,�.�,�.� ��,����.. _ _.��_.__ ::.��w.... The incentive for qualifying audits is up to 50% of the total audit cost, not to exceed $5,000 for the City participation. Applying for the Engineering Audit Program does not disqualify eligible customers from applying for other DME incentives, Any customer's costs, including maintenance, in-house labor, overhead, direct or indirect, are not included in the cost of the audits and are not part of the reimbursement to be paid by DME. Denton Municipal Electric makes no financial commitment to applicants until an application is accepted and a Letter of Intent (LOI) is issued by DME. The LOI is valid for 90 days for a detailed audit to be performed. Under extenuating circumstances, applicants rnay request extensions to their LOI. Requests for LOI extension must be submitted prior to LOI expiration, in writing, accompanied by a detailed explanation of the reason for the delay. Extensions shall be granted at the sole discretion of DME. Program participants forfeit their incentive reservation once the LOI has expired. Incentives are given in the form of a check to the program participant. Customers do not have the option to have rebate sent directly to the contractor. Incentive payment will be issued within four (4) weeks after DME has reviewed final audit report. Any application for which funding is not available will be returned to the applicant. DME does not have a waiting list or queue. [See Detailed Audit Application on following page.] ������.����ws�_.��w�����:�m�r� �����„���.,ua:wwwww��a�.�� , . ,� • • � . � ,,- , �--.� , -,� CUSTOMER...INFORA� ��� _... ...... _mm.__.,n...,. ---- ... TION �.Company Na.... � � .�. �,�� �,��___�___ _. ..�...�.m...... ��.�.�. me � Account No _. ��.....�����.......... �� 6 ........��������......._ ..��.r Contact Person Title Telephone No �Email.. �.�.. _.....��. ..�... ����. .��.�m_ ��_� ......... ..�.. �.�... ...�___ m.. Address �,,_�,._ .........................................................A.�� _ Site Address ���� ..... �������� _. �. �.���� �.� .�...._� Description of Study: - -- — — .... ___ ... --- --.... 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E. � E� erge� cv Res o se Service The objective of the Emergency Response Service ("ERS") is to decrease energy demand on the Electric Reliability Council of Texas ("ERCOT") grid by reducing the electric demand of the City's electric system, during times of ERCOT system emergencies, thereby lessening the likelihood of tl�e need for firm load sl�edding (a.k.a, "rolling blackouts"). The Service offers incentives, through ERCOT, to quali�ed City customers that make themselves available for deployment in an electric grid emergency. Customers may shed load or start backup generators to ful�ll their obligations. Those interested in participating in this program will be able to choose between a ten (10) minute (ERS-10) and thirty (30) minute (ERS-30) deployment. Customers will be able to choose from six time periods: Time Period 1 ���r� �ndir�g 06QQ -� a�oa ��;ao:ao�.�,, c� �;ao:ao�.�.y Mc��daY thrc��9h Frwd�Y ����pt ����� ��Eid�y� �'irr�� ��ri�d 2�������� ������������� �� � Hours Endin � 0900 - 1300 (8:00.00���� ������ � �� )� Mondav through Friday except ERCOT�Ho � OO.00p.m. lidays. ...... m.... � e�. �,� � � .,. Tirr7� E��ric�d 3 Hours Ending 1400 1�600 (1:0O:OOp.m. to 4 OO:OOp.m.) . M�m���� thr�ugh...Fr�daY_�xc�pt ERCOT k��a�����,�'�,w, ., . . . � m.._ �..m „ iir�� ��ri�d 4 Fl�ur� �r�ding 170Q � 1900 (�:QO;O��s.rn. t� 7:aa:oo�,rr�o) _ M����� thr��gh. Fr�d�y,��c�pt ���C3"i Flc�lod�y�.. _ _ . _. ee,.e. _ _ �., „ ��� ���i�� � Hours Ending 2004 - 2200 {7;0O:OOp.m. to 10:0O:OOp.m.) ... . �����y_thr�ugh., Frid�y ��c�pt ��G�T ��fs���� .. T'ir�� F��ric�d 6 � All other hours DME's Eilergy Management Operations (EMO), on behalf of ERS Resources, will submit offers for one or more ERS Time Periods. Time Periods are given within a four-month Contract Period: October through January, February through May, and June through September, Customers bid for specific Time Periods and ERCOT awards contacts based on price and location. This Service will be in effect each fiscal year beginning on October l, until program cancellation by ERCOT. The ERS service will not be activated until the total anticipated reduction amount enrolled exceeds 2,000 kW. To qualify for this service, applicants must receive electric service from the City's electric utility, Program guidelines and payments are subject to change by ERCOT without prior notice. For more Mailing Address �;; ion contact: Energy Program 1659 Spencer Road Denton, TX 76205 ����������� ��������� ��°����� �.���� �w�.��.�x����n� M����~�i�������� This program is only for General Service Medium (GSM), General Service Large (GSL) and General Service Time of Use (TGS) customers who voluntarily enroll in the Service and have an interval data recorder or smart meter. To be considered for this service, customers must have a historic peak demand of at least 200 kW. DME retains the sole right to determine eligibility for ERS. Customers must successfully complete unannounced testing requirements that consist of an approximately thirty (30) minute curtailment. Participants must have a system in place that allaws to drop committed load within eight (8) or twenty five (25) minutes. The ERS program states a customer shall be obligated for a maximum deployment time of eight (8) cumulative hours during a contract period which can be spread over two events. In addition there is a one hour test that can be called on an unannounced basis by ERCOT. While the ERS program states a customer is obligated for up to eight hours of deployment, ERCOT also reserves the right to maintain ERS response service an additional four hours if necessary. This can result in an ERS provider ultimately providing up to twelve (12) hours of total response service during a contract period. Upon completion of a deployment event, customers shall return to a condition that will allow them to meet their contracted obligations within ten (10) hours. Determination of an Event ERCOT will deploy ERS-10 only during Energy Emergency Alerts (EEA) level 2 or 3 and may deploy ERS-30 only during EEA levels 1, 2 or 3. EEA Level 1— Power Watch: EEA Level 2— Power Warning: EEA Level 3— Power Emergency: ��"tra�����c����uti�arr < 2,300 MW of on-line reserves < 1,750 MW of on-line reserves On-line reserves continue to decline Participants are paid the Market Clearing Price if their ERS offer is accepted by ERCOT. ERCOT pays based on the availability and performance of the committed customer. All payments are made to the EMO by ERCOT seventy (70) days after end of the Contract Period. Compensation shall be based on actual hours in each Time Period. The penalties for non-campliance may be a reduction or elimination in capacity payments and possible suspension from the Service. ERCOT communicates directly with the City's EMO as a QSE. To participate in ERS, a customer must have a cantract with City EMO, which will provide all the administration of the Service. EMO services fee will be twenty-five (25) percent of awarded Market Clearing price. Award = Clearing Price x MW Committed x Number of Hours 21�Page ��ai��u��w,�ura . .....:�s�w�u�nw�a.�a�nr�um � �� �7�w�rmnMw�o�m�r�s�s�s�s�s�s�s�s�s��aNnwrrtivrrru�mr�mr�n�hmu�wmamaior�arv�rrnnnmiuRmmra�tu.�rammrv�rrriri�nniiire��rra^�iren��wur�umur�ur�wnn � n�iv�r�u�u�v�viqHhuhs�u�e ��.s����i��te� G�n�� �i�n ���� �� �l� �� ���,� �„ , ; , ; 11 �f� � � � �i� �t � f; i`�,; ; t ,,r1 // / / � i� �h� f � �!��� � � ,,,,- �f � % �,i� l � + r �r , , �, �, - �� �„ � r� I; � � � ,� ,,` �/,� /!/ � .,,, I' // , // , ,, �, � % �`' ; �; i i �i� � , f ;i ';, ;� October 1, 2018 2nd Edition �� � This City of Denton (City) Distributed Generation Manual (Manual) has been prepared for use by both City personnel and potential Distributed Generation owners to connect and operate systems less than one megawatt (MW). Any Distributed Generation of one MW and over will be addressed on a case by case basis. It is the intent of the City to allow all citizens to install Distributed Generation (DG), provided the DG facility does not adversely affect the safety of emergency personnel, the general public and those that may work on the electrical system. The safety goal also assures Denton Municipal Electric's (DME) distribution does not compromise reliability and the service quality of all DME customers. It is the responsibility of the DG owner to determine any economic benefits af DG operation. The electrical requirements in this Manual apply only to citizens that have an electric account with DME serving the property where proposed DG is to be installed. All energy resources on the City's electrical distribution system require approval by DME prior to any other City department process and approval. DG is an electrical generating facility located at a customer's point of delivery, which may be installed as a Stand-Alone Unit or Interconnected Unit: Stand-Alone Unit — Distributed Generation that is not connected to the City's electrical system in any way. Stand-alone facilities shall be installed in a manner that no generated power will export to the City's electrical system. nit — Distributed Generation that is physically connected to the City's electrical Interconn.e.ct.e.d....U............ system so that parallel operation (on-site generation) can occur. Examples of DG include, but are not limited to, systems that generate or store energy such as solar photovoltaic, wind, energy storage, combined heat and power, fuel cells, batteries, micro-turbines, reciprocating engines, gas and diesel generators. DG is a large investment and requires a bit oi research before making a decision. The City encourages all residents interested in buying DG to talk to several installers, receive as many quotes needed to feel confident about DG, and understand what to expect before, during, and after DG is installed. Remember: this manual and City staff are available to answer questions and help clear any confusion. The City of Denton reserves the right to amend this Manual at any time. To download the latest edition, this Manual is located on the City of Denton website at: www.cityofdenton.com, Distributed Generation Manual 2 w P a� e Table of Contents INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................w....�,.....».».».„�......» 2 DISTRIBUTED GENERATION PROCESS FLOW CHART„.,,,.„,„ ..... ......... ........ ....„..„„.„.„�,.„ ,,,.„..w »».,..,..4 SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) INTERCONNECTION ..........................................................,...„„„..,».»........,.„.5 ZONING... ......... ......... ......a.. ..,.,.... ......w...a.......,��....�...a.. ..,�.. .,, � ,� ..��„ ,.,....,. ,........ . .,.,..... 5 DENTON MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC . ..... ,..�„ ,.... . , �..�,,.,. ,,�,,,.,, ,,,,�.... ..... .� .. ......... ......w�� ..,......� 5 PERMITS.. ......... ......... ......... ....... .......... ..� ..�...,.. .... . ..�.,. ,,,,., , .�,,,.,� �.� ...,.,, ..,...,,. ,.,..,.�.� 6 FIRE......... ........ . .................... ........... ... ... ..... .... ... ... ...... ..�, ,.,.� , . �.,,.. � ...,..,...........,. .,.,,.....7 PENALTIES......................................................................................�,.,�..,.,....,..,......,.,.,....,....a.,..,......,. 7 ELECTRIC RATE FOR RENEWABLE DISTRIBUTED GENERATION ..........................�..,,,.,....,................., 8 ELECTRIC RATE FOR ALL OTHER DISTRIBUTED GENERATION .................„.,,,...,,,.„...,,„.„„,„,,.„„„„,,,.,„,,..„ 8 INTERCONNECTION APPLICATION PACKET ..................................................................................�.,,,,...9 INTERCONNECTION REQUIREMENTS CHECKUST ...............„,,,....�..,...,,....,...,„..,...,....,..........,..,...,..... 9 DG INTERCONNECTION AND PERMITAPPLICATION.„.,,,.,,,„.,,,....,,,.„ ...............................................10 SECTION 1—SOLAR DG SYSTEMS ......... ......... „....�.a ,.�....1 �.,,....� .....,.. ...,.... ....,....,..,....,.11 AGREEMENT FOR INTERCONNECTION ............ ........ ......... ....�..,..,.,,,..... ,...,,,,, ,,.,.,.,. .....,,,„ 12 GREENSENSE SOLAR PV INCENTIVE ........................... ....»»... .....�.„w.�....»..., ....,�... ,..,...., ,,....... .,..�..�.20 PV INCENTIVE REQUIREMENTS UNDERSTANDING .......................................................................... 21 STAND-ALONE DISTRIBUTED GENERATION ................ ....�,�..�..���... ».»»..,,. ...�..... ,,,,.,... ......... ,,,.,..,.22 ZONING.... . ................... ......... . ......... .....a,.......,.... . . ,....,.�. . .,.,,. „ ,...,..,..., ..... .....,............. 22 DENTON MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC ............ ............ .... ..� .. .,,, .,. .,.,..,. , ....... ......... ......... ......... 22 PERMITS............. ........... . ........ ........� ........, . .���.... . . �..,.,�., .�,..... ......,. ......a...,...�.,,.,..,�,..,.,, 23 FIRE.......... ........„ .... ...,. ..,,..... ��....... ........�.,,...� ,� a, ,. ,.. ,,, .,.....� ..,...... .,......, ..,.,.... .....,., .23 PENALTIES.,.,....„ ............ ..........................�.,................. .,.. ....,.,. . ..,,...,.,.,......, .... .,. ,........ ,.�.,. 24 STAND-ALONE APPLICATION PACKET ..................„.... ,........ .....,.,. ...w........�»..... .,,„,.... ......... ..�.,....24 STAND-ALONE REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST .............................................................,.,.,.,,,....,a....,... 24 STAND-ALONE DG AND PERMIT APPLICATION ......... .......... ......... ........ ,.,.,. ...,,,. .,,.,,,. 26 WIND, STORAGE, GAS OR OTHER DISTRIBUTED GENERATION ..........................................„„........,..,,.,,.27 ZONING............... ..�.,.... ......... �......,, ,.�... �.�,,.�. ..,.. , ....,.„. .,.,..,.,.... ....,..,. ,.,.... . .. , ,,...,. ,,,,,,, 27 REQUIREMENTS................................................................................�,.,,,.,..�.,.,........................,....... 27 Distributed Generation Manual 3 � P a� e ,%' 'i% '', � Will your Distributed Generation System be Interconnected? Complete Distributed Generatfon Applfcation and Agreement Submit all documentatlon to sol ar@ cityofdenton. com DME Englneering Department revlews and approves application City Management Approves Agreement DME staff sends Permit Release notiffcatlon to Building Inspections vla email Building Inspections staff uploads documents to ProJectDox Customer or Contredor pays permit fee and schedules inspectfon Building Inspection staff perform inspection Butlding Inspectfon staff notlfles DME of approval Metering Department staff performs anti-islanding and dlsconned testing Distrlbuted Generation system Is ready to be used by customer Complete Stand-Alone Distributed Generatlon Applicatfon Submlt all documentation to sol ar@cityofenton.com DME Englneering Department reviews and approves applicatlon DME staff sends Permit Release notlffcation to Building Inspections via email Building Inspectlons staff uploads documents to ProjectDox Customer or Contractor pays permit fee and schedules Inspection Bullding Inspectlon staff perform Inspection Distributed Generation Manual � I P��� �ii % ;;r- ;,�,�� �� � , ' � � r � � � The City neither expressly nor implicitly warrants any work performed by a contractor, employees, or subcontractor. The City does not endorse any product, service, individual or company. Selection of an installer/contractor to perform work is the sole decision of the customer. The City makes no warranties whatsoever that participant will realize any energy savings as a result of any PV installs. In no event shall the City be responsible far any direct, special, incidental, consequential, punitive, exemplary or indirect damages in tort, contract, warranty, negligence, strict liability or under any indemnity provision or otherwise related to any installs. Customer assumes the risk of any loss or damage(s) that the customer may suffer in connection with its PV installation. The City is committed to become a SolSmart designated community. In partnership with the SolSmart team, the City of Denton's dedicated staff inembers will work to improve the solar process for PV installs, making it faster and efficient. In these efforts, we call on our residents, businesses, non-profits, and others to get invalved. Inquiries related to the PV pracess, installs, and/or SolSmart designation can be directed to solar@cityofdenton.com, All zones within the city of Denton allow on-site PV system installs. It is the right of the property owners to install solar and owners' right to sunlight on their property. A Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) may be required for residents interested in installing PV within a Historic District which would be visible from the public Right of Way. If a COA is required, it must be approved prior to work being performed and a building permit issued. For more information on COAs, visit the Development Services Department page at �ww��_�m�t�r��f�i�t°�l�wr� ������� or call (940) 349-$541. 1• � �, • � Customers requesting interconnection and parallel operation of PV must complete the City's approved Application for Interconnection packet lacated on page 9 of this Manual. Once DME has received and accepted all required documents, DME will upload the permit information to ETrakit, Building Inspections' project tracking dashboard, to begin the approval process. DME will conduct internal studies that may include electric grid impacts, shading over proposed install location, and easily accessible disconnect and meter. For the purpose of this sectian, easily accessible requirement means City persannel are capable of quickly accessing DME's meter and/or the customer's disconnect for testing, service, inspections, disconnects, or connects, regardless of Distributed Generation Manual 5 I 4� �� e Y1Y ��. P � ������'� �'�'. fence location. Doors, gates, or other barriers must be unlocked, unless City personnel is furnished with convenient means to bypass the barrier for full and safe access to equipment, i.e. keys to locks and gate codes. DME will also review the necessary documents to assure all installs meet current National Electrical Safety Codes (NESC), DME Service Standards, UL 1741 Standards, and IEEE 1547 Standard. PV installs over 500 kW will be subject to pre-interconnection studies by a third party engineering firm, as needed in compliance with PUCT Substantive Rules 25.211 and 25.212 or its successor(s); which may extend approval time by four to six weeks. In instances where such studies are deemed necessary, the scope of such studies shall be based on the characteristics of the particular distributed generation facility to be interconnected and the Company's distribution system at the specific proposed location. The Customer is responsible for all costs associated with the pre-interconnection studies. Upon DME approval of the project, applicants will be sent an email indicating the start of the permit review. See below for permitting process. DME will be notified when inspection has passed and permit is final. DME personnel will schedule an appointment with the customer for final testing of anti-islanding and disconnect. If customer was approved for a PV rebate, DME will complete a check request in the amount provided in the Letter of Intent. See GreenSense Incentive Program Manual for more information on rebates at �v���v �„����a�����N���M� ��acM'w,1����tVc°��1�»P���vt�,�:�il�ot�.�.�':�J������.-�r�c�,,���,, a_k�il�. Any connection to the City's electric grid without execution of interconnection agreement will result in the immediate disconnect of the PV system. The PV disconnect will be locked closed until any required studies are completed, the installation has been inspected and approved by the City, and an interconnection agreement has been executed, For more information on DME requirements, the Electric Service Standards can be found at ��+�vru�a��.��r���a-�q,��r�ac�w�r�JC";�rl������aI�M�J�_rmlr� ��wtl ���,q��c�o�m��r�av�����ra���,b��1�,7�111 ll,d�.t��zc.��,��vac,�:�"���a���.I�����N�;.ti`��1�". Permits No DG, stand-alone or interconnected, shall be installed without first obtaining a permit from Building Inspections. The permit application is combined with DME's Application for Interconnection packet. No permit shall be issued without prior approval by DME. Building Inspections will contact the applicant if any additional information is needed. If application satisfies all requirements, applicant will need to schedule Electrical Rough and Electrical Final inspections after installing the PV system. Daily inspections must be scheduled before 4:00 PM for an appointment to be completed the next business day. No same day appointment schedules are available. Permit packets, City approved plans, and Contractor must be on-site for all inspections. Distributed Generation Manual 6 � P a g e :r G%` Fee for a Residential or Commercial Alteration Permit is $130 and due to Building Inspections prior to permit finalization by City personnel. Permit payments may be made through ETrakit at �^�v�±� �rlrry��lw��r rr�c�r� �a�rr�l��"1�����t�� � �l. Please note: If additional updates need to be done to the service panel of the facility, an additional, separate electrical permit will be required prior to finalizing the Alteration Permit mentioned above. � No commercial PV shall be installed without first obtaining approval from the City's Fire Department. The Fire Department approval is included with Building Inspections permitting process. All PV shall be installed in accordance with Sections 605.11.1 through 605.11.2 of International Fire Codes, the International Building Code, and National Fire Protection Association. Commercial PV disconnects shall be easily accessible by Fire personnel. For the purpose of this section, easily accessible shall mean that there must not be a barrier, including an unlocked fence, keeping City personnel from accessing customer's PV disconnect. Fire will contact the applicant if any additional information is needed. If application satisfies all requirements, applicant will need to schedule an inspection with Fire, after PV is installed. I� Any PV system, stand-alone or interconnected, installed without prior approval or not installed according to approved plans provided through the City's interconnection process will be subject to a citation and disconnect or disassembly of PV system. Customer will be required to go through the City's approval process and pay double fees for work done without a permit. Any person that tampers with, damages or illegally connects to the City's electric grid will be charged a minimum of $310 per event. Any customer that prevents access per easily accessible requirement mentioned in the Denton Municipal Electric section of this manual will be charged $46 per event, Distributed Generation Manual 7 I P a� e % ��, /l il � •. � " 1 � ' ' . 1 ' � 1 ' 1'I ' ' � 1' Any customer that owns renewable DG under fifty (50) kilowatts (kW) that has properly interconnected to the City's electric grid and qualifies under the Distributed Generation from Renewable Sources Rider (Schedule DGR) requirements will be automatically enrolled under Schedule DGR. Any customer that owns renewable DG over 50 kW may be considered far special arrangements and a contract may be necessary. -� - l ' ,•• -w . • • Any generation delivered by the customer's system to the City's electric grid up to the amount of energy delivered by the City to the customer, the City shall credit the customer's account for the energy generated as follows: Generation Credit =[(kWh deliver^ed from the customer's appraved system) x(customer's base electric service rate)J +[(kWh delive�ed fi�om the custamer's approved system) x (RCA Rate)J For all energy delivered by the customer's system to the City's electric grid that exceeds the amaunt of energy delivered by DME to the customer, the City shall credit the customer's account for the energy generated as follows: Excess Generation Credit =(kWh delivered fi•am the customer's system) x RCA Rate Any generation credit shall be applied to the utility charges due for that billing period. The customer operating the renewable distributed generatian system indemnifies the City and halds the City harmless for all damages and injuries to the City, the customer, ar others arising out of customer's use, ownership or operation af customer's DG in parallel with the City's electric grid. Customer is solely responsible for providing adequate protection for aperating in parallel with the City's electric grid in such a manner that faults ar other disturbances on the City's electric grid do not cause damage to the customer's distributed generation equipment. ' � � � 1 � �� � Any customer that owns DG that is not considered ta be from a renewable source will remain on their existing electric rate. Any patential generation delivered to ihe C►ty's electric grid shall be provided at no charge to DME. Distributed Generation Manual � I � � � //,/ �` �, �, . . „ ��,: � . � � N� li . . . � � . � .� � r .�� . � . . � r � r . � . � � . � � � � 1. Agreement for Interconnection and Parallel Operation of Distributed Generation completed and signed by Customer 2. Distributed Generation Interconnection and Permit Application completed and signed by custamer and contractor 3. Copy of the following, signed and stamped by a licensed f"��^�r:�����s��u��l I�;a��������i��c���r� a. Site electrical and Schematic drawing i. Configuration of distributed generation equipment i°r. Precise physical locations of distributed generation facility, meter, and disconnect b. �:��������-d�r���� diagram (should show utility meter) c I"h,��a �^-6ir�m�� diagram: should include the following i. Number of units and how units are connected ii. What kind of conductar (must be labeled) i.e.: live, neutral, ground and size iii. Size af breaker iv. Size of inverter v. Rating of sub panel vi. ** Absolutely no double lugging or side line taps ** d. Structural Certification e. Current and potential circuits 4. Manufacturer spec sheets on inverter and panels, and PV label guide 5. Photo af proposed location af disconnect in relation to meter. Photo must also indicate that meter is Easily Accessible (See definition on page 5 of DG Manual) ❑ 6. Point of interconnection — defined as the point of termination on the line side of inetering equipment ❑ 7. Copy enclosed of project invoice with costs shown 8. Copy enclosed of proof af insurance 9. Page 21 af DG Manual — completed and signed by customer and contractor (if applicable) 1"c�~�c��n� �: �lic�,�l��rn �+"��:�: Use the fee structure below to calculate approximate permitting fees. Final costs are based on application specifics. . � . �. C� � � 'R ,' I1. , �;. � : �,. .i �w � � II ' � �, �.. � . i �. R � . .w � ,. i, '� ' i� � •� ' � � � �• � � r• � Distributed Generation Manual 9 � P a g e �/'l; ,i „�� ���� Daie: ... .. .� .,.,.,,,., .���w. �S� �. �7' �'�� � f�T'Y r� � � ���'� L�� � I7' �� Y.r�f��� All property must bc properly platted, zaned and afl required pubfic improvements either instafled or addressed with three-way contracts b�fore a building permit rrray be issued, "I'o unsure adequate review, the proper number of plans, site pfans, and complete buildin�; application subinittal is ruquire;d. I�lote that an engineer, when requircd by the'fexas Engineering Practrce �1ct, must seaf plans, Alf new commercial, resideniial, and irrigation permits musf b� submrtted online eTRAKi'I' alfows the public to request rnspections, appfy f'ar permits, obtain applicatian status and pay fees oc�line, For instructions on h�w to apply, pay for and schedul� rnspections for a permit, please sce aur e I'RAKCT guide. httpso/Jw�w3,ciiyo�d�nt�r�,c�rri/�traklt3/ ?dP�TC.1Cr�NT INF'f�Ii11'1Ai°ICiIY ApplicantlF'roperty Owner: Addr�ss .. .,,, .... Phone Number .. �. . �� ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,, � . ........._. �.� _.. .... ...... I ❑ Single Family Flous�, �❑ Iownhouse(L)upfex I❑ �ommercial Property E;mail: Interconnection fgoint address: INFORMATION PREPARED AIVD SUBMITTED BY: C ontractor/Sub-cpntractor Name: S ignature: I1ate; w. _. � . m., .,.,, ., „ .. .. .. . . ....._ .,,.� „� .,... - .. . ,,,, .. , , .. . . . .........,� ��h�arrc: � E; mail: F�ax: ir.dc6r'ess: S:mty: �it�Ee: Z�p: KegistLred with City License Number: Efectrical Contractor: �hone Number: Email; C'onsultant: F�hone Number: Email: ALTERNAT� �ONTACT �I Alternate Contact I'erson: . a.� � .. , ...... .... ....e............ . .,. „�,� , � �ddress: �°��R7� C it..... ....... .. wn . . m ..................... ...... .........,., y � Statc, IIl' � nd�, iiefationshrp. �,. . __ .,. � � re... „ �. � � .... . . �, . �� . � rv .... .... m. w........, I I�EIY'f�I� LJ'i'IL,iT'�5 ACCCEUI�'f` IN&'OI2TV[A°£IOIV ..... ..�m ..... ....... ... ... ...... ���.... ......... ,,,,.. ... �� _ ....� ..�._ ...... ..............., �enton LJtilitres AccounY Number: E;xisting Meter Number: SIG1VATiJi2�5 Signatureofapplicant: � �}ate "ihis pennit becomes nisll and void unless a City inspection is perFonned within six n�onths from the data of issuance. The granting of'�r pennit does not presibine 4o give attPhori4y ta violate or canoel the provisions of uny law or osdinances re�ulaiing consrruction. No inspection will be perfoezned isnless Phis pei�nit is drspfayed on thejobsi[e znd tha Cily approved p6ans are available to the inspeu[or on thejohsite at the time of inspectian, Applicant is respansible for alf wock done imder this pennrt, and must tolfow all appfic�abfe wdes, Distributed Generation Manual 1a I P��� SECTION 1— Solar Distributed Generation Systems less than one (1) megawatt (MW) SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC System DC Watts; System Continuous AC Watt: fVumber of Sirings: Panels per String: Panel Manufacturer and Model. � � � . � � � m,.. � .. ..e . _.. �. � .... Panel Quantity Array Orientation Inverter Manufacturer and Model; Power Factor; CEC Efficiency, Voltage Rating: Ampere Rating, BATTERY STORAGE (IF APPLICABLE) Battery Manufacturer and Model; Continuous Power Rating; Usable Capacity: Maximum Solar Charger Efficiency: Lifetime Cycles: NORMAL OPERATION OF INTERCONNECTION (PLEASE DESCRIBE) �Exam les: rovide ower to meet base load demand m ........... ..,�. r .. .�. ana ement standb ( p p ' p , g , y, back-up) ; WILL GENERATION DATA BE GIVEN BY: Q Adding �;t�����'���ic,p�y��N����t�ta����.�t�N���� to online profiles � Emailing generation data to �t„a��t� ���r?����r�����d�tl����,���r� monthly . r ,�. ��:� , ��-�,� ,� 9 ,y, ��� k7,���1 � i�,r '; , ,�r. �r ., �..� . �, I,�ai�il;� 4 �r �i; �I�, I " � . � � ���/�''���X:�'" �,�-: �,�".��: `" �: ��:�. ,:. " �,' ..'. . .�,. '1�.. -�c IE Distributed Generation Manual 11 � P a g e /' � �� �:ill.:. � .,,/;; � �t ' � , ',, ,: � � :. � '; � �� ,...� , , � ..... / ;� < ',.. , � ♦.. � ♦ , , ,,,.� �., .. � �. � ��..., I ' i, I : ' � � - THIS INTERCONNECTION AGREEMENT ("AgreemenY'} is made and entered into this day of ��� y� ,� 20_, by the City of Denton, with its electric utility department operating an electric system, referred to forWPublic Utility Commission of Texas and ERCOT purposes as DENTON MLTNICIPAL ELECTRIC ("DME"} and „ �. $; Customer }, a ..........................��......����......���.�...�_.....���.���...�.�.....�.�.....����, �______�,....�_.. �specify the .�.r. �.._ " " name of any entity, if any; the type of entity, if any; and the address of any entity] hereafter sometimes referred to individually as "Party" or both parties sometimes referred to collectively as the "Parties." WHEREAS, DME desires to permit electric customers having electric generating facilities located within its service territory, to affset a part of their electrical requirements by utilization of customer's electric power generation facilities or to produce energy for sale an the DME electric utility system or in accordance with the City's Electric Rate Schedule DGR or ancillary contract; and WHEREAS, Customer desires to interconnect the electric generating facilities to the City's Electric Utility System; and WHE EAS, Customer has completed and submitted the Application for Intercannectian and Parallel dperation of Distributed Generation with the City's Electric Utility System to the City, which is incarporated herein as Exhibit A, and the City has conducted its pre-interconnection studies to determine whether the City can make available and Customer is qualified to enter into such an arrangement for such distributed energy resource interconnectian with the City's Electric Utility System; and . � ,, ��� . � # � . �.; . � - - � . : .. - •- � . . 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U. ccEIPCIYIC U6IlIly SyS6PYC199 shall mean all generation, transmission and distribution facilities owned or used by the City in connection with its delivery of electric energy to the City's electric utility customers. W. 66Points af Interconnection" shall mean the point at which the Power Praducing Facility physically ties to the Electric Utility System as is more fully described in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herewith. .C. 66power Producing Facility99 or 66PPF99 shall mean an electric generating facility, operating less than 1 60 kilovalts, which will be intercannected and operated in parallel with the City's Electric Utility Systern. This shall include any and all related equipment necessary, as determined by the City, for the safe operation and interconnection of the electric generating facilities to the Electric Utility System. g"ppPID9' shall mean the identification number assigned by the City to a Pawer Producing Facility. h. "PUC" shall mean the Public Utility Camrnission af Texas, or any successor agency. 3. Identi,fication of Po„wer Prca,��9�,r„ciz„��, I'��s��"tli,t�;. The Power Producing Facility referred ta herein shall refer solely to the Power Producing Facility identified, located and described in this section; �� [. • '' � ent of Po„int of Inte„rco„n„nection. The City and Customer agree to interconnect the 4. Establishrn w Custamer's PPF at the Points of Interconnection specified in this Agreement, in accordance with the provisions of the City of Denton, Texas Code of Ordinances; and any applicable Public Utility Cammission of Texas Substantive Rules (including §25,21 1 relating ta Interconnection of Distributed Generation and §25.212 relating to Technical Requirements for Interconnection and Parallel Operation of On-Site Distributed Generation, hereafter the 99PUC Rules"} or any applicable successor rule addressing distributed generation, and as described in the attached Exhibit A. 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The refund amount is calculated as: [incentive received] x[5 — number of full years the system was operational] x 0.2, 13. al���b���s���,� lt�.��a�m��s:NM Customer represents that, at the time of the execution of this Agreement, Customer has currently in force and effect property insurance on the premises described in Section 3 hereof, in the amount of the current value of the premises, and comprehensive personal liability insurance covering the premises in a minimal amount of not less than $100,000 per occurrence. Customer further represents that Customer shall maintain such insurance in force for the duration of this Agreement. Custamer agrees to provide a copy of the insurance policy or a valid certificate issued by the insurer (in a form satisfactory to the City) to the City prior ta any interconnection with DMB's electric grid, and shall pravide proof of continuing coverage upon reasonable request given to Customer. The insurance herein provided in Section 13 shall, by endorsement to the policy or policies, provide for thirty (30) days written notice to the City prior to cancellation, termination, alteration, or material change of such policy or policies of insurance. 14. f�r�h� �a��°���.,�,�,.a�, F�:c�t�e�A�°�u.°��t �r���t�a&I�i#��x���, k����������1 ���, �q�w�;ud�it?���,� Upon reasonable notice, the City may send qualified representatives to the premises of the Customer at or immediately before the time the PPF first produces energy to inspect the interconnection, and to observe the Facility's commissioning (including any testing), startup, and operation for a period of up to no more than three (3) days after initial startup of the unit. Following the initial inspection process described above, the City may send an employee to the premises, at reasonable hours, or at any time without natice, in the event of an emergency or hazardaus condition, as determined by the City. The City shall have access to Customer's premises for any reasanable purpose in connection with the performance of the obligations imposed on it by this Agreement or if necessary to meet its legal obligatian ta provide service ta its other customers. 15. �'�d�a��z�a7���,tuzai� ����[lr����c��,m N c���r��r��r�i���� c��" ���hnw�p��.N��rt�. The City or Customer may terminate this Agreement, at will and without cause, by giving written notice of termination ta the other party nat less than thirty (30) days prior to the date of termination. PROVIDED HOWEVER, this Agreement shall automatically terminate upon (1) the disconnection of electric utility service to the premises due to the delinquency of payment of Customer (that is the same rules regarding late payment and disconnection that all other ratepayers of the City have); or (2) the clasing of Customer's electric utility account; or (3) a change in the ownership of the premises by Customer; or (4) the failure to maintain the insurance coverage required under Section 13 above; or (5} the failure to comply with all terms of this Agreement.. All PPF equipment shall be campletely disconnected and isolated from the Electric Utility System upon termination of this Agreement by either Party. The Customer shall demanstrate to DME's satisfaction that the PPF has been disconnected. The City reserves the right to disconnect the PPF equipment itself or hire a local qualified electrician to perform such work at the sale expense of the Customer, if Custamer fails to properly perform such work within seven (7) days of the date of the Agreement termination. y, , � . „ ., , . . . ., i . . ., � � . � . . � � . . .. , ��� i� � - 4� �� . � � � ,�� �� ; i� �, (a} If to the City: General Manager Denton Municipal Electric 1659 Spencer Road Denton, Texas 76205 (b) If to Customer: With a copy to: City Attarney's Office City of Denton 215 E. McKinney Street Denion, Texas 76201 Distributed Generation Manual 17 � P a g e ;% %% + � aea r-;. `, .�r� `, 'w� ���. ' ` .��� � � �. ` � ` `•� '. � ��. ����� � ` ��# . �♦ � . ♦ '. ��� � - � + r �� .� i .. � ' . •�� �� ' � � ' �' ' �' �� "�, ' . ��w ���� . ���� +�� ., � . .�-� . �. ���- -� �� ��# �� „ �. , .. . �. '' `+. � � ' ' • ' � 1 ' . . � . •� . � . +� � . # . 1 " � ` • � •''� � � � .. . . ■. ' ` � ' • �1' � �' � .► � 1 . 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'�. ! � • � .. . + ., � . ... � ... ��..:'w ' . � � ''. . .,� � .. ..... ` �����.� ! � �'� • ` � !' � # '�. ��. 1 ��..: �..��'�. � • •• • * � . �� ��� � ..� .. .. . . . ��,. .. .� �. . . .. ��� . �` `�'- . . � � � ���� .. .� � � �. .� �. . w . y. .�,. � , �� , . � . � .� � . � .�� . ._� . � �., �. � ` �`� � .� , ������ . � . • � . .. . � �. . t_ . . , . . � . � � r� .� . 26. �i��� �"I�r�o°a�-��'��N�°��w I���a rro�;l��u����a p��� This Agreement is not intended to and does not create rights, remedies, or benefits of any character whatsoever in favor of any persons, corporations, associations, or entities other than the Parties, and the obligatians herein undertaken and assumed are solely for the use and benefit of the Parties, their successors-in-interest and, where permitted, their assigns. 27. l�'���������a�.��@� l�i'cra���i������ «���.�_c�C �aN������.��c.��c�s7.cr� "�,�,�„i�;c�7r�±�a�;t The descriptive headings of the various articles and sections of this Agreement have been inserted for the convenience of reference only, and are to be afforded no significance in the interpretation or construction of this Agreement. Both Parties hereto have participated in the negotiation and preparation of this Agreement, which shall not be construed either more ar less strongly against or for either Party. 28. +�;;;�„�a����m�'„�, Within this Agreement, words of any gender shall be held and construed to include any other gender, and words in the singular number shall be held and construed to include the plural, unless the context otherwise requires. 29. Exhibits. All Exhibits to this Agreement are incorporated herewith by reference for all purposes, wherever reference is made ta the same, 30. 6� �;,qa<� a p��mm';� tl��.d`m; Except as limited herein, the terms and provisions of this Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the Parties hereto and their respective heirs, devisees, personal and legal representatives, successors, or assigns. 31. ��1�,rii���9�,�;�a�d��d����,a���t.^�. This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which is deemed an original, but all of which constitute but one and the same instrument. IN ITNESS HE EOF, the Parties have caused this Agreement to be signed by their respective duly-authorized representatives on this the day of � .� . .. • I:' � �. � 1 1 +� �; �, �� � 1 "� : Title: � Distributed Generation Manual 19 � P a g e 1 � 1 The incentive for qualifying interconnected PV system is as fallows: r_ .�.. ��aaaaaa_aa_ �e_ a�_ .aaa_aa �... ...... � .. .�w�w ...................................�......� ___� � _� � � � _ �.... PV ONLY PV with Battery Stora�e 3 ______ __ .... _____________ __�....._ _ � ._� .------ � -------- — .0 kW to 5.0 kW 80¢ per AC Watt 3.0 kW ta 5.0 kW $1.20 per AC Watt 5.1 kW to 10.0 kW 60¢ per AC Watt� 5.1 kW to l0A kW � 90¢ per AC� Watt � Above 10.1 kW 40¢ t�er AC�Watt Above 10.1 kW 60¢ per AC Watt All incentives are to be an amaunt up to $30,000, not to exceed 50% af tatal project cost. AC Watt will be calculated as fallows: If DC input is equal to or greater than the micro-inverter continuous rated AC output = (Number of inverters) x(Continuous rated AC output) If DC input is equal to or greater than the ��� u�N�r,� g ��^��:,�°t���_r�_ continuous rated AC output = (Nominal AC output) If DC input is less than the inverter continuous rated AC output = (Standard Test Conditron rating of total system panels) x(California Energy Commission rated inverter efficiency) The City makes no financial cammitment to applicants until an application is accepted and a Letter of Intent (LOI) is issued. The LOI is valid for 90 days for a PV system ta be installed. Under extenuating circumstances, applicants may request extensions to their LOI. Requests for LOI extension must be submitted priar ta LOI expiration, in writing, accompanied by a detailed explanatian of the reason for the delay. Contractor must demonstrate that the cause af the delay is out of their control alang with substantial progress taward project completion. Extensions will be granted at the sale discretion of the City. Participants forfeit their incentive reservation ance the LOI has expired. Any praject not completely installed by September 30, will lose its funding. Incentives are given in the form af a check to the rebate participant. Customers do not have the optian ta have rebate sent directly to the cantractor. Incentive payment will be issued within faur (4) weeks after the system passes fnal inspections. Individually metered structures will anly qualify for the rebate once per 12 month period and may not exceed $30,000 in its lifetime. Additional PV installs are subject to the same terms as new installs with updated documentation, Any application for which funding is not available will be returned to the applicant. The City does not have a waiting list ar queue. Rebate participant may he subject to refund any incentive given by the City related to the PV system if the custamer fails to meet ongoing program requirements ar fails to ensure that the incented equipment is properly maintained and interconnected to the electric grid or any applicable national, local, manufacturer and the City's Electric Service Standards violations are discavered. Distributed Generation Manual 20 � P a g e �� i//s ;�/ lf Ic, The refund amount is calculated as: [incentive received] x[5 — number of full years the PV system was operational] x 0.2. � .,�, ..� ➢ Minimum PV install of 3 kW. ➢ Minimum battery install of 3 kW or reasonably sized to PV install ➢ No direct meter connectians or double lugging. ➢ 24/7 Meter Access. Costs related to giving the City meter access will be at customer's expense ➢ All PV installations must meet all applicable national, local and manufacturers' codes and specifications and the City's Interconnection Guidelines. ➢ Installed PV systems shall carry a 5-year warranty from the installer in addition to a minimum 10-year manufacturer warranty on inverters and 20-year manufacturer warranty of solar panels. ➢ Licensed electrical contractors shall obtain appropriate permits and perform all electrical interconnections. ➢ All inverters and solar modules must be new. ➢ Panels must face South, East, or West. ➢ Panels must be unobstructed and non-shaded. Tree removal and any tree trimming will be at customer's expense. ➢ If re-roafing is required, PV system removal and reinstallation is at customer's expense. ➢ Contractor shall include any required service upgrade costs, and permit fees in the original bid. ➢ PV system shall be interconnected to the City's electrical grid at customer's expense. ➢ PV system shall comply with current City guidelines governing interconnection with the City's electric system and any subsequent revisions to these guidelines. ➢ Customer must give the City access to view PV system generation by adding ����I�.ri°�r��c wi��¢�f`���N����r���,�;��N�� to online profiles or emailing monthly generation data. I, .., Property owner of �� Den. ........, ........ ____ .._ --------- -- ton, TX 762_ hereby attest that I have read and understand the information provided in Denton Municipal Electric's (DME) Solar Photovoltaic Incentive portion of the Distributed Generation Manual, I have read and understand DME's Interconnection Agreement, Interconnection Application and all attachments included. I have been given ample time to review and consider all documents in this packet. I have chosen to execute this on the date below. (Signature) (Date) ** This page is to be submitted with the Interconnection and Parallel Operation of I7istributed Generation Agreement and Application. ** Distributed Generation Manual 21 I P a� e �f ��- f/% C'i�'iiii�� IiTiT� 17f.�i �`Iili�i C 'li3i ��"Fi .ii`fiiil A Stand-Alone Distributed Generation facility is considered to be DG that is not connected to the City's electrical system in any way. Stand-alone facilities shall be installed in a manner that no generated power will export to the City's electrical system. The City neither expressly nor implicitly warrants any work performed by a contractor, employees, or subcontractor. The City does not endorse any product, service, individual or company. Selection of an installer/contractor to perform work is the sole decision of the customer. The City makes no warranties whatsoever that participant will realize any energy savings as a result of any DG installs. In no event shall the City be responsible for any direct, special, incidental, consequential, punitive, exemplary or indirect damages in tort, contract, warranty, negligence, strict liability or under any indemnity provision or otherwise related to any installs. Customer assumes the risk of any loss or damage(s) that the customer may suffer in connection with its I7G installation. Inquiries related to the DG process or installs can be directed to solar@cityofdenton.com. r � Most zones within the city of Denton allow on-site DG installation without restrictions or requiring a Specific Use Permit (SUP). For a full list of zoning districts and limitations, see Subchapter 5 in the City of Denton Development Code at 1�11���,;ll�+re��!w,_��; �l. ����x��� ��w�z���,,� csr�r�,'N�ITt�������,k;/c�� v���� r����� review/code-criteria-manual. ➢ Solar: All zones within the city of Denton allow on-site photovoltaic (PV) system installs. ➢ Wind: Wind Energy Conversion Systems (WECS) installs either have restrictions or require a Specific Use Permit (SUP). ➢ Storage: All zones within the city of Denton allow on-site battery storage system installs. ➢ Gas/Diesel: All zones within the city of Denton allow on-site gas and diesel generation installs. A Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) may be required for residents interested in installing DG within a Historic District which would be visible from the public Right of Way. If a COA is required, it must be approved prior to work being performed and a building permit issued. For more information on COAs, visit the Development Services Department page at r���vw� �;°e�������'��8����t��d���;���o��� or call (940) 349-$541. 1• � � • Customers interested in Stand-Alone I7G must complete the City's approved application process. Once DME has received and accepted all required documents, DME will upload the permit Distributed Generation Manual 22 I P��� p'P#1 r I d�4 .�� �.� � �� � � � ����. information to ETrakit, Building Inspections' project tracking dashboard, to begin the approval process. DME will review the necessary documents to assure all installs meet current National Electrical Safety Codes (NESC) and DME Service Standards. Upon DME approval of the project, applicants will be sent an email indicating the start of the permit review. See below for permitting process. Any connection to the City's electric grid without execution of interconnection agreement will result in the immediate disconnect of the DG system. The DG disconnect will be locked closed until any required studies are completed, the installatian has been inspected and approved by the City, and an interconnection agreement has been executed. For more information on DME requirements, the Electric Service Standards can be found at r^�w:�°_a��c�..%���ntican:a.+���nu�i(,;"t��)��mrc������1�exwy e�i,r1,�����4��t��'(,��vc;Ydrr�z„�wrrdll..�N11 J1 d�c;tseaw �a��i�ri����t�tr�c9�.md"s��^�,X��;B�". PeP1ri1tS No DG shall be installed without first obtaining a permit from Building Inspections. The permit application is combined with DME's application. No permit shall be issued without prior approval by DME. Building Inspections will contact the applicant if any additional information is needed. If application satisfies all requirements, applicant will need to schedule Electrical Rough and Electrical Final inspections after installing the DG system. Daily inspections must be scheduled before 4:00 PM for an appointment to be completed the next business day. No same day appointment schedules are available. Permit packets, City approved plans, and Contractor must be on-site for all inspections. Fee for a Residential or Commercial Alteration Permit is $130 and due to Building Inspections prior to permit finalization by City personnel. Permit payments may be made through ETrakit at www3.cityofdenton.com/eTRAKiT3/. Fire No commercial DG shall be installed without first obtaining approval from the City's Fire Department. The Fire Department approval is included with Building Inspections permitting process. All DG shall be installed in accordance with appropriate standards of International Fire Codes, the International Building Code, and National Fire Protection Association. Commercial DG disconnects shall be easily accessible by Fire personnel. For the purpose of this section, easily accessible shall mean that there must not be a barrier, including an unlocked fence, keeping City personnel from accessing customer's DG disconnect. Fire will contact the applicant if any additional information is needed. If application satisfies all requirements, applicant will need to schedule an inspection with Fire, after PV is installed. Distributed Generation Manual 23 I P a� e '%� rl% % � t �� � 1' ' , '� • � • . �• # . � "# . -•' , # • � • .�• �` '• •'. !, �. � • * ` •.. � : �' ' . � � �. , • �. Y � " . �' ' �' '�. - .'.. •� ,: �'. • . ����. � � ... � f ` • '. � � � .; . - � :�� • .. , � / ��. ' .... ..:. � ' . �, '.� � �' � �': � '. #� �. •� � � �. �. r " : ... ,:. � • � �� �. .: • � ♦ .... ' .. � �� •�. • r � •�, # � '. � �' ' .. �� �:� � �,� . � • .. � +. �.: �� � • -. .. Any person that tampers with, damages or illegally connects to the City's electric grid will be charged a minimum of $310 per event. ,; � � � 1 � •� , i: ''� **Any missing documents and/or signatures will delay the approval process** 1. Stand-Alone Distributed Generation and Permit Application completed and signed by custamer and contractor ❑ 2. Copy of the following: a. Site electrical b. t:,�����:��iat�u diagram 3. Manufacturer spec sheets on: a. Inverter b. Automatic Transfer Switch c. Distributed generation equipment ❑ 4. Capy enclosed of project invoice with costs shawn ��4"�"q1tq� J�N�I��N�",��1�1�i �MLL"�'�� Use the fee structure below to calculate approximate permitting fees, Final costs are based on application specifics. . .; 1, �• � �� �� •t � � I1 ' • �, �• i ;• � �• ; � � • •� r �, �. ., . . �� � •� ' , , r � , � r. � . � . �• ' � Distributed Generation Manual 24 I P��� !% ��i l %i ,; � ��� ' � � ............_._�.����.�_......w. ��: __._ _ -� -�-�— ,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,, S'I'AN �AI.�t)�� �IS"I'12I�LJTE �FI�E T"I�li� ANI) PEI21l�IIT APPL,ICATICi� flll property must be properly platted, �aned and all required public impravements either installed or addressed with three-way contracts before a building permrt may be rssued, 'I'o ensure �dequafe review, the proper number af plans, site pians, and compfeta building application submiYtal is requ'sred i�ote that an engineer, when required by the Texas lingineering PracYice Act, must seal pfans All new commerciai, residential, and irrigation permits must be submitted online e"I'IZAICiT alfows the pubfic to request inspectians, apply f'or perrnits, obtain applicaiion status and pay fees online. For instructians on how to apply, pay iar and schedule inspections far a perenit, please see our e I'RAICI"I' guide, ht�ps://w�rw3.city�fd�nkc�r�.ce�m/�tr�kii3/ APP'I.i�A�'T I�FC/�1bIA'fIC3N �#ppficanflPraperty Owner: .., __.___..,, .. __..._� .... _... _.. _��� — Acldress__ ____ -___.._,_. .......�_ ......... .........n� �hone N�imber .�....... � . ......�����n.��� ��.�. .n� .,.� _.,,r__ .�� ... ' ❑ Single Family House ❑ Townhouse(I�upfex � �ommerciaf Property E;mail In[erconnection Point address: IPdfa'CiI�[t�IA'TI()PV PI���AI2�D AI�I) S�J�IYII°I"I'�D I�1°; I �ontractor/Sub-contracfar Name: S i�;n�turc: llate: Fhane: F�mail k��r�x��� � . ........ - ---- -- _ .. .......... .. .,,,.,....... e ...._ -..._ �§.ddress; �ity: State: ��p Registered with City I.icense iVumber: E:lectrical C;anteactor: Phone IVumber: E;maif �onsuCtant: Phone IVumber: E;mail. I_. . , � _ ,,, ..... e , m..� m,. .. , , ___,_,_,_ ... . -� AL,T'EI�PVt1'TE C(�IVT'A�1° Alternate �antact i'erson: Address: F�hona: Ct.�... _.._ ..... __ . .............. __ ty � State: �li� � crd�:. Itefationship, 17�IV1'�IV il°I°IL,IT'ES A��(3iJIV°T II�II+�It °P�Ord Denton Utifities Account Number: l�xistin�, [�ete,r 1Vu�rrtrer; SIGI�IATLJI�ES 3ignature of applicant: Y�ate: This pennit beooines nciff und vo'sd unless a City inspaction is performed within six snonths irom the date oi'issuance The gganting of'a peamrt daes not presume to give aulhority to violate or cancef the provisions of any faw or ordinances regula[ing construc[ion No inspection will be perf'ormed unless this perenit is dispfayed on Ihejabsi[e and [he Ciky approved plans are availabfe to the inspecto¢ on thejobsite ae the time of inspection. Applicant is responsi6Ce for aff work done undes this peemit, and must folfow afl applicable codes. Distributed Generation Manual 25 I P�� e ✓�,� '��; , SECTION 1— Stand-Alone Distributed Generation Systems GENERATION SOURCE Manufacturer and Model: Quantity� Fuel Source Type: DG System Wett DC: DG System Watt AC: Inverter Manufacturer and Model: Quantity; Number of Phases; Power Factor: CEC Efficiency: Voltage Rating; Ampere Rating: BATTERY STORAGE (%F APPLICABLE) Battery Manufacturer and Model: Continuous Power Rating: Usable Capacity; Maximum Solar Charger Efficiency: Lifetime Cycles„ REASON FOR INSTALLING GENERATION Exam les: � ...... ........ ... .r r_� _ ...._. _ ._.� ... . ..... .... ...... ........ . .. W... ( p provide power to standby, back-up, etc.) �, ;,; f f � _►^ � +, �; . � ` °,�' �> ;�< Distributed Generation Manual �6 I p��� �` ��i ,'; % l �` 1 1 ,+' • 1 � � 1 •;1 1 �' # 1 DG is a large investment and requires a bit of research before making a decision. The City encourages all customers interested in buying DG to talk to several installers, receive as many quotes needed to feel confident about DG, and understand what to expect before, during, and after DG is installed, The City neither expressly nor implicitly warrants any work performed by a cantractar, employees, or subcontractor. The City does not endorse any product, service, individual or company. Selection of an installer/contractor to perform work is the sole decision of the custamer. The City makes no warranties whatsoever that participant will realize any energy savings as a result of any DG installs. In no event shall the City be responsible for any direct, special, incidental, consequential, punitive, exemplary or indirect damages in tort, contract, warranty, negligence, strict liability or under any indemnity provision or otherwise related to any installs, Customer assumes the risk of any loss or damage(s) that the customer may suffer in connection with its DG installation. Inquiries related to the DG process or installs can be directed to solar@cityofdenton.com, r ±.� Most zones within the city of Denton allow on-site DG installation without restrictions or requiring a Specific Use Permit (SUP). For a full list of zoning districts and limitations, see Subchapter 5 in the City of Denton Development Code at ������l�r�r�,!_�,rw��������.i�_e�������r_��a�r��l���z����������'�i�ve��a�������mi°�����„� review/code-criteria-manual. ➢ Wind: Wind Energy Conversion Systems (WECS) installs either have restrictions or require a Specific Use Permit (SUP). ➢ Storage: All zones within the city of Denton allow on-site battery storage system installs. ➢ Gas/Diesel: All zones within the city of Denton allow on-site gas and diesel generation installs. A Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) may be required far residents interested in installing PV within a Historic District which would be visible from the public Right of Way. If a COA is required, it must be approved prior to work being performed and a building permit issued. For more information on COAs, visit the Development Services Department page at �!��� �;���ar���a�e�����C�r��w������ or call (940) 349-$541. I' � All wind and other DG interconnections are subject to the same approval procedures stated under the Solar PV Interconnection sectian in this manual. Distributed Generation Manual 27 I P a��