The applicant for a master metering variance shall serve on the commission, with a copy to the affected utility company, an application for the variance. The information required in the application for a variance shall include the following:

1. (1) The type of project or structure for which a variance is sought;
2. (2) A reference to the section of this chapter under which the variance is requested;
3. (3) The reasons for granting a variance, including cost-effectiveness, energy efficiency, and energy conservation effects; and

4. (4) Whether a hearing is also requested.

   The application may also include any affidavits, exhibits, or other information which would support granting a variance.

   Collateral References: In the Matter of the Investigation of Master Metering, Docket F-3237, Decision and Order dated June 13, 1980 (Errata Notice dated December 22, 1980); In the Matter of the Investigation of Master Metering , Docket F-3237, Decision and Order dated July 24, 1981; In the Matter of the Petition For Declaratory Ruling by S&D Metering, Ltd. , F-3621, Declaratory Ruling and F-3237, Modifying in Part, Decision and Order dated October 2, 1986.

Source: 18 SDR 26, effective August 7, 1991.

General Authority: SDCL 49-1-11 , 49-34A-4 , 49-34A-27.

Law Implemented: SDCL 49-34A-4 , 49-34A-27.