Senate concurs on bill to speed utility hookups for ADUs and small energy projects
SB 1196 directs the CPUC to set timelines for utility hookups for accessory dwelling units and other small energy connection projects and bars utilities from canceling applications without applicant consent; Assembly amendments were concurred in and the measure passed on the floor.
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Senator McNerney presented SB 1196 to streamline utility hookup timelines for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and small energy connection projects such as EV chargers and home battery backup systems. He described the bill as focused on small projects that do not require infrastructure upgrades and said the measure directs the California Public Utilities Commission to set timelines and penalties for utilities that fail to process applications.
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