Distributed Energy Resources (Solar Panels)

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

Building Permits

Customers must apply for a building permit before the interconnection process begins.  The permit can be obtained by contact the Building Department at 507-934-0662 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. 2022 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.