Application Tips and Tricks – Select Correct Interconnecting Utility on Part I Applications and Disclosure Forms
It’s critical to select the correct interconnecting utility when completing a Part I project application. Selecting the incorrect utility will lead to a Need Info request that will delay project application review and approval. Similarly, selecting the wrong utility on the Disclosure Form will require a new signed Disclosure Form before application review can be […]
Application Tips and Tricks – Ensure Array Details Match Between Project Application and Site Maps
For Part I Small DG project applications, Approved Vendors should ensure that specific array details match between application response submissions and information provided via site maps, including information on azimuth, tilt, and number of modules. Non-matching information between application responses and site maps can lead to a Need Info request, delaying application review and approval.
Application Tips and Tricks – Proof of Property Tax Exemptions for House of Worship Required for Prevailing Wage Exemption
As noted in Section 5.F of the Program Guidebook, effective for Program Year 2025-26, in order for a house of worship to be considered exempt from Prevailing Wage, the project application must demonstrate proof of exemption from property tax pursuant to Section 15-40 of the Property Tax Code. Sales tax exemption will no longer be accepted for […]
Application Tips and Tricks – Program Administrator Updates on Available Capacity Following Project Withdrawals/Removals
The Program Administrator follows a protocol regarding the withdrawal/removal of project applications, requiring formal confirmation from the Approved Vendor including AVs who are currently suspended from the Program. As application withdrawals/removals impact available capacity and the review and approval of other project applications, Approved Vendors are understandably interested in capacity that may become available. No […]
Application Tips and Tricks – Part I Section 1 Project Location address
Application Tips and Tricks – Timely Responses to Need Info Requests Emails
When a Need Info request is issued, timely response to the Program Administrator is required. A tip for AVs is to search email inboxes for “needs more information” to quickly find requests for information related to applications placed in Need Info status. AVs may request clarifications as needed, or to initiate dialog to work through […]
Changes to Need Info Requests for Sub-Optimal Systems
Going forward, the Program will no longer issue Need Info requests for project applications with sub-optimal systems. However, existing Need Info requests sent to Approved Vendors for sub-optimal system must still be addressed before the project application can move forward. The Program is evaluating application data collected in the last six months on sub-optimal systems and will release further […]
Updates to use of ‘Unavailability of Net Metering Customer Acknowledgment’ Form
The January launch of the updated Disclosure Forms eliminated the need for new customers to sign an ‘Unavailability of Net Metering Customer Acknowledgment’ form in situations where it was previously required. Please note that customers who signed an older version of the Disclosure Form (generated prior to January 7, 2025) must still complete an ‘Unavailability of Net Metering […]
Photographs to Evidence Module Count for Large DG Projects
Large DG project applications must include photographs providing evidence of module count that matches data submitted in application fields. An inability by the Program Administrator to verify the module count via photographs can delay application review and result in a Need Info request that can delay project approval. Tips for submitting photographs that allow for […]
Power Purchase Agreement (“PPA”) Rates
Avoid application delays by confirming Power Purchase Agreement (“PPA”) rates are below ¢50/kWh on Disclosure Forms. Inaccurate entries may result in a Need Info request that will delay application review.