25 C.F.R. Subpart E—System Extensions and Upgrades
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(a) The utility may extend or upgrade its electric system to serve additional loads (new or increased loads). (b) If funds are not available, but the construction would not be adverse to the interests of the utility, a customer may contract with the utility to finance all necessary construction. (1) A customer may be allowed to furnish required material or equipment for an extension or upgrade or to install such items or to pay the utility for such installation. Any items furnished or construction performed by the customer shall comply with the applicable plans and specifications approved by the utility. (2) The utility may arrange to refund all or part of a customer's payment of construction costs if additional customers are later served by the same extension or if the Area Director determines that the service will provide substantial economic benefits to the utility. All arrangements for refunds shall be stipulated in a special contract.
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PART 175—INDIAN ELECTRIC POWER UTILITIES
Subpart E—System Extensions and Upgrades
§ 175.40 Financing of extensions and upgrades.
