An EDC may deploy a network for automatic meter reading capability if the following conditions are met:

1. (1) The network is compatible with market requirements as a qualified advanced meter based on Committee review and recommendations as adopted by the Commission.
2. (2) The application shall include proposed tariffs concerning any charges for deployment of the network.

3. (3) The application shall include, at a minimum:

   1. (i) A description of the system.
   2. (ii) Implementation time frame.
   3. (iii) Certification on compliance with applicable standards as provided in § 57.254 (relating to advanced meter standards).
   4. (iv) Implementation costs.
   5. (v) Summary of educational materials on new technologies.
   6. (vi) Impacts on customer electric bills.
   7. (vii) Impacts on existing and anticipated advanced metering equipment and generation services.