Electricity Regulation Act, 2006 (Act No. 4 of 2006)RulesNet-Billing Rules4. Application and Connection of a Prosumer |
| 4.1 | The Distributor shall treat all applications for connection to the distribution power system by potential Prosumers in an open and transparent manner that ensures non-discriminatory treatment for all applicants. |
| 4.2 | The Distributor may not allow a Prosumer connection to the distribution power system without: |
| (a) | applying to the Distributor detailing: |
| (i) | the description of the applicant; |
| (ii) | the proposed installed capacity; |
| (iii) | the description of the proposed generation technology; |
| (iv) | the continued ability to comply with all applicable legislation; |
| (v) | where applicable, the duration of the connection; |
| (vi) | information relating to the embedded generation facility plant data, location and capacity and standby characteristics; and |
| (vii) | any other requirements specified by the Distributor. |
| (b) | paying the required connection charges, including recovery of meter cost after application to the Distributor (as applicable); |
| (c) | signing the required billing reconciliation and connection agreement; and |
| (d) | receiving written approval from the Distributor to connect. |
| 4.3 | The Distributor shall permit the application to be submitted when the Prosumer is lawfully represented by an authorised third party acting on their behalf. Evidence of such permission, in writing, must accompany the application. The third party shall not be considered a Prosumer. |
| 4.4 | Any dispute arising from a rejection of an application for connection shall follow a Distributor’s internal dispute resolution process and, if not resolved, may be referred to NERSA as a dispute. |
| 4.5 | The Distributor shall communicate the outcome of the application to the applicant no later than 30 days from the date of receipt of the application. |
| 4.6 | Subject to the provisions of these Rules, the Distributor shall grant access to every application that complies with all technical standards, codes and guidelines. |
| 4.7 | The Distributor shall justify any rejection in writing and, where feasible, shall inform applicants of measures they can take for such connection to be compliant. |
| 4.8 | Should technical studies be necessary to determine connection feasibility, the Distributor shall communicate the need for such studies to the prospective Prosumer within the timeframe specified. |