Photovoltaic Systems
Important Information Regarding Photovoltaic/ Solar Applications :
Effective October 1, 2021, City of Georgetown will resume accepting Solar Interconnection Applications on a new portal. This new portal will allow a more streamlined process for submitting a Distributed Energy Resource (DER*) Interconnection Application.
All information regarding photovoltaic/ solar, backup generation, or any DER interconnection can be found at the new DER page.
The new Interconnection Portal can be accessed here.
*DER systems include: Roof Top Solar Photovoltaic Units, Residential Battery Storage, etc.
New Distributed Energy Resource (DER*) Installation and Interconnection Policy
On June 22, 2021, the City Council approved the new DER Installation and Interconnection Policy. The new policy will be effective as of October 1, 2021. The approved fee schedule is shown below:
| Fee Description* | Amount |
| DER installation and interconnection Application Fee | $250 |
| Facilities Study* * | $1,000 |
| DER Installation and Inspection Fee | $450 |
| Additional Inspection Fee** | $150 |
*All fees identified as non-refundable. **As needed.
If you have any questions, please contact: interconnection@georgetown.org
Permitting Process:
A Photovoltaic Permit is required for any Photovoltaic Installation within the city limits of Georgetown or any where the City of Georgetown is the electrical provider.
If Oncor/PEC is the electric provider apply online atwww.mgoconnect.org
If City of Georgetown is the electric provider -Visit the DER page or The new Interconnection Portal can be accessed here.
Additional Links and Information:
Oncor interconnection requirements
Pedernales interconnection requirements
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