Connections

Introduction

This is an overview of the key content to be found in our Connections subtopic. It briefly explains the nature of this content and provides links to it.

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   Practice Note: Grid connection—key rules outlines the key rules and procedures for obtaining an electricity connection to the local network or grid, including to the National Electricity Transmission System (NETS) and distribution systems operated by distribution network operators (DNOs). It includes explanation of ‘second comer’ obligations and connection charges (including in respect of preliminary works) and the link between charges and DNOs’ Connection Charging Methodologies and Connection Charging Statements

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   Practice Note: Substation leases—key issues for landowners and utility companies looks at the key commercial and legal issues which arise when parties negotiate substation leases with licensed Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) both from the perspective of landowners and developers and also utility/electricity companies (DNOs), including consideration of ‘lift and shift’/relocation provisions and the statutory rights of DNOs to install equipment pursuant to the Electricity Act 1989

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   Checklist: Distribution grid connection agreements—Checklist highlights issues that commonly arise during the review of distribution grid connection agreements entered into between a generator