Topic:"Rate Design" in M12900

7.0 COST & RIGHT OF WAY RESPONSIBILITY In accordance with NSPI Regulation 2.6, a load customer is responsible for providing the following: - a. A capital contribution for all line extension work in excess of 92 m - i. If a line previously...

AI summary NSPI regulations outline customer responsibilities for line extensions beyond 92m, including capital contributions, easements, and ROW clearing. Cost splits for 3-phase line extensions are specified, with NSPI handling network upgrades based on load studies. Customers bear 90% of costs for line extensions under certain conditions, while NSPI manages the remaining 10%.

Replacement of Existing Systems - The Company will be responsible for costs associated with the best (generally lowest cost) supply option should an 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 underground system (or any part thereof) have to be replaced. Where this opt...

AI summary The Company is responsible for replacing existing underground systems with the lowest cost option. If overhead supply is the best option and the customer prefers underground service, they must cover the cost difference. The URD units in the Seton Ridge concept define the point of change of ownership, determining infrastructure responsibility between NS Power and the customer.

M12900 – Nova Scotia Power Incorporated – CI C0083451 – Seton Ridge Underground Network – $3,656,609 (U&U) On June 11, 2026, Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power) applied to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (Board) for approval of an Unfor...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power) applied for approval of an underground electrical distribution project in Seton Ridge, costing $3,656,609. The project involves installing 1,750 metres of underground infrastructure to serve a new development. The Board approved the project, citing operational advantages of underground systems, including reliability, safety, and scalability for future load.

Commercial Information Items 1-2: Partial confidentiality was applied to costs associated with materials, contracts and freight details provided in the capital work order(s). To protect value for customers and mitigate the risk of prospect...

AI summary NS Power applies partial confidentiality to costs related to materials, contracts, and freight in capital work orders to protect customer value and prevent competitive advantages to other suppliers. This ensures NS Power can secure the most competitive terms for services and equipment, which benefits customers as rates are cost-based.

2.11 UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC SERVICES Distribution Systems - The Company may supply, install, maintain and own underground distribution systems. A party requesting the installation of an underground distribution system will be required to mak...

AI summary The document outlines the responsibilities and cost-sharing arrangements for underground electric services, including capital contributions by parties requesting installations or conversions, ownership and maintenance responsibilities, and cost implications for replacements or repairs. The Board is requested to provide detailed cost breakdowns and confirm ownership and responsibility assumptions.