RG&E interconnection application

Documents RG&E asks for

• Interconnection application formSIR standardized application (Appendix B inverter-based / C non-inverter) Gridpol prepares this.
• Interconnection agreementsigned NYS Standardized Interconnection Contract (Appendix A) for residential <=50 kW
• Letter of authorization / designated agent form (when applicable)customer-signed letter of authorization if contractor acts as agent
• Other utility-specific document (when applicable)NYS Standardized Acknowledgement of Property Owner Consent Form (SIR Appendix H) - systems >50 kW up to 5 MW only; linked on RG&E portal page
• Site plan / site layout (when applicable)for new service: site plan with interconnection point on satellite image (Google Earth/Bing); existing service: account and meter numbers Gridpol prepares this.
• Other utility-specific documentproject narrative, DG type/fuel, AC kW size, net metered/remote/community designation
• UL 1741 / IEEE 1547 certificationUL 1741 certificate (incl. SB); power-limited equipment needs manufacturer letter
• Inverter spec sheetmanufacturer data sheet for interface equipment
• Other utility-specific documentmanufacturer's verification test procedures (systems <=50 kW)
• Single-line diagram (one-line)single-line for PV and BESS (three-line for other types); must show inverter protection settings, disconnects, components Gridpol prepares this.
• Battery spec sheet (when applicable)Hybrid or stand-alone ESS: complete SIR Appendix K and upload with the application (RG&E portal page); covers configuration option, nameplate, export/import capacity

How the RG&E process runs

1. Initial communication / inquiry; utility assigns a single point of contact (SIR Steps 1-2)
2. If new or upgraded service is needed, submit RG&E Application for Service separately (RG&E portal page)
3. Submit complete application package (SIR Appendix F; Appendix K for hybrid/ESS) in the customer's name via the RG&E DG online portal (IOAP) - no fee <=50 kW, $750 >50 kW
4. RG&E reviews within 10 business days; acceptance includes executed NYS Standardized Interconnection Contract and whether RG&E will witness testing
5. Install per accepted design (submit revised diagram for substantive changes); RG&E completes net-metering meter changes within 10 business days of completion notice
6. Verification testing per Appendix F (witnessed within 10 business days of notice, or applicant certifies within 5 business days)
7. Final acceptance letter within 5 business days; parallel operation

Fees

Utility fees are paid by the installer or customer; they are not part of the Gridpol plan.

Size levels and limits

SIR covers DG and ESS up to 5 MW AC

Storage, EV and stamps

Common issues the utility lists

• Incomplete package per SIR Appendix F checklist (utility must list deficiencies)
• Substantive design variation from accepted diagram without revised diagram
• Failure to cure deficiencies within 30 business days
• Non-certified equipment (fails UL 1741/UL 1741 SB screen)
• Underground secondary network locations may need extra review or be denied

Gridpol’s pre-submission check covers these before we file.

Sources

• RG&E Online Portal (archive.org capture 2026-04-11; live site timed out): https://web.archive.org/web/20260411090701/https://www.rge.com/w/online-portal (retrieved 2026-11-13)
• NYS Standardized Interconnection Requirements (SIR), effective Oct 1, 2026 (PDF; Sections I.B/I.C, Appendix F checklist): https://dps.ny.gov/nys-standardized-interconnection-requirements-effective-october-1-2026 (retrieved 2026-11-13)
• RG&E Distributed Generation (not reachable on 2026-11-13; content per search listing): https://www.rge.com/w/distributed-generation (retrieved 2026-11-13)