- (a) In general, when a public utility files a phased rate increase, the Commission will determine the appropriate suspension period based on the total increase requested in all phases. If a utility files a rate increase within sixty days after filing another rate increase, the Commission will consider the filings together to be a phased rate increase request.
(b) This policy will not be applied if the increase is phased:
- (1) To coordinate with new facilities coming on line;
- (2) To implement a rate moderation plan;
- (3) To avoid price squeeze;
- (4) To comply with a settlement approved by the Commission; or
- (5) If the utility makes a convincing showing that application of the policy would be harsh and inequitable and that, therefore, good cause has been shown not to apply the policy in the case.
- (c) This section shall cease to have effect on December 5, 2026, unless the Commission determines that the cessation deadline should be extended to a date not more than 5 years in the future after offering the public an opportunity to provide input on the costs and benefits of this section and considering that input. The Commission will publish a document in the Federal Register announcing its determination and revising or removing this section accordingly.
[52 FR 11, Jan. 11, 1987, as amended by Order 914, 90 FR 48401, Oct. 21, 2025]