Distributed Energy Resources (Solar Panels)

Information regarding the interconnection of a distributed energy resource to the Utility’s distribution system.   

Please completely review the interconnection process information below before applying.  Interested customers should contact Jason Lee, Electric Superintendent at (507) 934-0670.

Building Permits and Fees

Customers must apply for a building permit and pay the application fee before the interconnection process begins.  The building permit can be obtained by contacting the Building Department at 507-934-0662, stopping by 227 S. Front St. or clicking on the link: Building Permit Application.

Eligibility, Rates, and Contracts

  1. Distributed Energy Resource Policy (PDF)
  2. Distributed Energy Resource Rules (PDF)
  3. Timelines for Processing (PDF)

Interconnection

  1. Notification to Customers
  2. Interconnection Process - Fast Track Process Booklet (PDF)
  3. Interconnection Process - Simplified Process Booklet (PDF)
  4. Interconnection Process - Study Process Booklet (PDF)
  5. Interconnection Process Overview (PDF)
  6. Pre-Application Fillable Form (PDF)
  7. Simplified Application Fillable Form (PDF)
  8. Uniform Contract (PDF)
  9. Fast Track and Study Process Fillable Form (PDF)
  10. 2023 SMMPA Average Retail Energy Rate - SCHEDULE 1
  11. 2022 SMMPA Average Incremental Cost - SCHEDULE 4
A Field of Solar Panels

Contact Us

For further information on distributed generation and interconnection contact the Public Works Director at 507-934-0670.