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Electric Service Construction Terms & Conditions
I understand that as the owner, it is my responsibility to locate and expose any private lines before construction takes place. I will leave all markers intact and will not move. I will expose any water lines buried deeper than 48 inches do not have to be exposed.
I understand that the cooperative is not responsible for damages to private lines such as cable TV, satellite, private electrical, water, well, sewer, telephone, gas, lift station pump lines, underground dog fencing, or sprinkler system lines.
I understand that it is my responsibility to obtain and the clear right-of-way for this project.
I will pay for the cost of all permits and/or grant any easements required for this electric service and will help obtain any permits and/or easements necessary to construct the line.
I understand that this type of work will be done as construction crews are available, and that emergencies, such as outages, maintenance, and other necessary line construction will have priority over construction of services.
I understand that all quotes for contribution in aid of construction charges are only valid for the current construction season ending Dec. 31, and do not include any membership fee or deposits that may be due.
I understand that winter construction charges will apply for any service constructed between Nov. 1 and May 1 of each year, and will be in addition to the standard service charges.
I understand that services are energized at the time of construction. Billing for the monthly access charge will begin once a new service has been built and will continue for a minimum of 12 months. The access charge will be billed according to the current rate structure regardless of any energy used.
I understand that if my service cannot be energized at the time of construction, a meter reconnect fee will apply at the current reconnect rate. Any work in addition to energizing that cannot be completed will be considered a Service Improvement or New Relocation of Facilities and subject to the current rates.
I understand that if I request a disconnection before one continuous year of service, I will be billed the current access charge for the remaining months of that year will be billed to the member via a lump sum on final bill.
I understand that Beltrami Electric is not responsible for the restoration of property on a new construction site or requested service improvement.