Point of connection (POC)

This is the right place if you are an independent Connections Provider (ICP) / Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO) and need to make an application for a point of connection (POC) or to notify us that you will be self-determining a POC.
Please read the information below before applying
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Our prices
Our statement of Basis and Methodology of Charges for Connection to the electricity distribution system guide our prices, read more. 


How long will the work take?
We aim to complete work as quickly as possible and we have timescales that we have to comply with as per our Licence condition 15 (SLC15).We aim to complete work as quickly as possible and we have timescales that we have to comply with as per our Licence condition 15 (SLC15). In addition, we also voluntarily make penalty payments should we fail to provide any SLC15 standard within the prescribed time scales. Find out more.

Do you want to self determination a Point of Connection?
In some circumstances an ICP can self-determine their own Point of Connection, read more.

What steps do I need to go through?

The first step is completing a form and we’ll contact you. 

Please complete a form and we’ll call you back
We will start designing your project
We will send you a price for you to pay
You will need to send us your design for assessment.
We’ll work with you to deliver the work.
Before you apply

  • Read information for ICPs and IDNOs

    View technical documents, operational procedures, standards, resources and other useful information, before you apply.

    Read more

  • G81 Design Specification library

    Our Design Specification library contains technical information and operational procedures to help you with your works.

    View library

  • Request electricity cable plans

    Registered ICPs and IDNO's can get plans by emailing us to request Netwmap Webview access or request plans directly  

    Request plans

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