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Florida Public Utilities (FPU) is an investor-owned utility serving 26,053 residential customers in Florida (EIA-861, 2025). Applications: PDF + email (FPU solar interconnection application (email or mail to division office)). Gridpol files Florida Public Utilities (FPU) interconnection applications for licensed installers – solar, storage and EV chargers – with single-line diagram and site plan, unlimited for $500 a month.
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Process verified from Florida Public Utilities (FPU)’s official sources (see below). Application PDF direct link and division email addresses not captured (obfuscated on page).
Florida Public Utilities (FPU) at a glance
Florida Public Utilities Co (Chesapeake Utilities)
TypeInvestor-owned utility
EIA utility ID6457
Residential customers26,053 (EIA-861, 2025)
Net-metered residential customers623 (EIA-861, 2025)
Service territory4 counties in Florida
How to applyPDF + email – FPU solar interconnection application (email or mail to division office) · official link
Who submitsCustomer submits (works with a qualified solar contractor); separate contacts for Northeast Division (Nassau County/Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach) and Northwest Division (Jackson, Calhoun, Liberty counties, Marianna).
Export compensationNEM – Net Metering (Rule 25-6.065)
Credits for excess energy per tariff; banked energy credits shown on bill.
Per FAC 25-6.065(7) (IOUs): within 10 business days utility confirms application complete or lists deficiencies; agreement executed by utility within 30 calendar days of completed application (90 days if Tier 3 study needed); utility inspections within 30 calendar days of request; customer must notify utility 10 days before initial parallel operation. FPU page gives no specific timeline.
Documents Florida Public Utilities (FPU) asks for
- Interconnection application formSolar interconnection application (download from FPUC.com or local office) Gridpol prepares this.
- PV module spec sheetSystem specifications
- Single-line diagram (one-line)Engineering drawings Gridpol prepares this.
- Interconnection agreementSigned agreement per Rule 25-6.065 / FPU Interconnection Agreement
- UL 1741 / IEEE 1547 certificationDocumentation of compliance with IEEE 1547, IEEE 1547.1, UL 1741 before agreement execution
- Final inspection sign-offApproval by local code officials before parallel operation; required permits
- Proof of insurance (when applicable)Tier 2 $1,000,000; Tier 3 $2,000,000 general liability
- Other utility-specific document (when applicable)Copy of lease agreement if facility leased from third party
How the Florida Public Utilities (FPU) process runs
- Select solar contractor.
- Submit interconnection application with specifications, drawings, permits, signed agreement, inspection documentation.
- FPU engineering review (may request more information).
- Contractor installs; local inspections passed.
- Metering and final verification (possible FPU field verification).
- FPU authorizes operation.
Fees
| Fee | Applies to | Note |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | Tier 1 ≤10 kW | |
| $350 | Tier 2 and Tier 3 | Non-refundable |
| $2,000 | Tier 3 interconnection study (if required) | Unused amount refunded |
Utility fees are paid by the installer or customer; they are not part of the Gridpol plan.
Size levels and limits
| Level | Up to | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 10 kW | |
| Tier 2 | 100 kW | |
| Tier 3 | 2000 kW | |
| Net metering cap | 2000 kW |
Gross power rating = AC nameplate; inverter systems DC x 0.85.
Sources
- FPU - Solar Application: https://fpuc.com/residential-electric/solar-application/ (retrieved 2026-11-13)
- FPUC Facility Interconnection Requirements: https://fpuc.com/wp-content/uploads/FPUC-Facility-Interconnection-Requirements.pdf (retrieved 2026-11-13)
- Florida Admin. Code Rule 25-6.065 Interconnection and Net Metering of Customer-Owned Renewable Generation: https://www.flrules.org/gateway/readFile.asp?sid=0&tid=5455200&type=1&file=25-6.065.doc (retrieved 2026-11-13)
$500 / month
Unlimited interconnection applications. 12-month agreement, signed online. The agreement starts the day you sign; first invoice right away, then monthly.
- Unlimited interconnection applications
- Single-line diagram and site plan for every application
- Pre-submission check against the utility’s requirements
- Homeowner e-signature link for the authorization
- Filing in your utility portal accounts or by the utility’s method
- Utility questions, corrections and resubmissions
- Follow-up through approval, inspection and PTO
- Customer list, exports, API and webhooks
Applications are typically submitted within 2 business days after complete documents. Utility review times are set by each utility.