Can I sign the agreement electronically?

Yes. Electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures under the federal ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. ch. 96) and UETA in most states, provided intent, consent, attribution, and record retention requirements are met.

What if the utility requires a 'wet' signature?

Some utilities or specific tariff requirements may request an original wet signature; follow the utility's stated requirement. When in doubt, ask the utility if an electronic signature with an audit trail and printed copy is acceptable.

Who must sign on behalf of a company or landlord?

A person with authority to bind the entity should sign, such as an officer or authorized agent. Document the signer’s title and include a corporate or landlord signature block if required.

How do I correct a mistake after signing?

Do not alter a signed copy. Complete a new agreement or an amendment document, have required parties sign the correction, and resubmit to the utility to replace the prior version.

Is notarization required for net metering agreements?

Not generally required for net metering enrollment. If specific local or contract requirements call for notarization, follow those rules; remote online notarization (RON) may be available where authorized by state law.

How can the agreement be revoked or canceled?

Termination procedures are typically in the agreement. Provide written notice per the contract; utilities may require a signed cancellation form and a final meter reading or reconciliation.

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Net Metering Agreement Form

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NET METERING AGREEMENT FORM

This Net Metering Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of Effective Date: by and between Utility Name: with principal address at ("Utility"), and Customer Name: with service address at and account number ("Customer").

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Utility owns and operates the electric distribution system serving the Customer and administers net metering and billing for customers who interconnect eligible distributed generation pursuant to the terms of this Agreement;

WHEREAS, Customer owns or will install and operate an eligible on-site renewable generation facility described as System Capacity: kW located at Interconnection Point: (the "Generating System");

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth the terms and conditions under which the Generating System will be interconnected to Utility's system and how generation will be metered, credited and billed.

NOW, THEREFORE

In consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

1. DEFINITIONS

1.1 "Net Energy Metering" means the process of measuring the difference between the electricity supplied by Utility and the electricity generated by the Generating System during a Billing Cycle.

1.2 "Billing Cycle" means the regular monthly billing period used by Utility for the Customer's account, presently: .

1.3 "Net Excess Generation" means the kilowatt-hours by which Customer's generation exceeds Customer's load during a Billing Cycle, measured in accordance with Utility's meter readings and procedures.

2. TERM; TERMINATION

2.1 Term. This Agreement commences on Effective Date: and continues in effect unless terminated in accordance with this Agreement.

2.2 Termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice delivered to the other party not less than days prior to the effective date of termination. Utility may suspend interconnection without prior notice if the Generating System presents an immediate safety or reliability risk.

3. INTERCONNECTION; COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS

3.1 Customer shall construct, operate and maintain the Generating System in compliance with applicable laws, codes, standards and Utility's interconnection requirements. Customer shall not operate the Generating System in parallel with Utility until all required inspections, approvals and interconnection authorizations have been obtained.

3.2 Customer shall provide all documentation requested by Utility, including, without limitation, one-line electrical diagrams, inverter specifications, protective device settings and proof of inspection. Failure to provide required documentation may result in denial or disconnection.

4. METERING; METER OWNERSHIP

4.1 Metering. The Generating System shall be metered at the Interconnection Point. Meter serial number (if applicable): . Utility will determine whether a bi-directional meter or separate generation meter is required.

4.2 Meter Ownership and Access. Utility owns, installs and maintains all revenue meters. Customer shall grant Utility reasonable access to metering equipment for reading, testing and maintenance. Tampering with meters is strictly prohibited and may result in criminal or civil liabilities.

5. BILLING, CREDITS AND PAYMENT

5.1 Netting and Credits. For each Billing Cycle, energy delivered by Utility to Customer shall be netted against energy delivered by Customer to Utility. Net Excess Generation will be credited at Compensation Rate: , subject to applicable tariffs and adjustments.

5.2 Credit Carryover. Credits for Net Excess Generation will be carried forward for months before forfeiture or settlement as required by Utility tariff.

5.3 Billing Adjustments. Utility may make retroactive billing adjustments for meter error, misapplication of tariff or other billing inaccuracies in accordance with Utility policy and applicable law.

6. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATIONS

6.1 Operation and Maintenance. Customer is responsible for operation, maintenance and repair of the Generating System. Customer shall ensure continued compliance with safety and performance standards and shall promptly remedy any condition that may impair Utility's system.

6.2 Modifications. Any material modification to the Generating System or change in ownership shall be subject to prior written notice to Utility and may require a new application, study and/or Agreement.

7. LIABILITY; INDEMNIFICATION

7.1 Liability. Each party shall be liable for its own negligent acts or omissions. Utility shall not be liable for loss or damage to Customer's equipment except to the extent caused by Utility's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

7.2 Indemnification. Customer shall indemnify, defend and hold Utility harmless from and against any claims, damages, liabilities and costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of Customer's installation, operation, maintenance or ownership of the Generating System, except to the extent caused by Utility's gross negligence or willful misconduct.

8. INSURANCE

8.1 Insurance Requirements. Customer shall maintain commercial general liability insurance or equivalent coverage with limits not less than per occurrence and shall provide certificates of insurance upon request.

9. CONFIDENTIALITY

9.1 Confidential Information. Proprietary technical and commercial information exchanged pursuant to this Agreement shall be treated as confidential by the receiving party, except where disclosure is required by law or regulatory authority.

10. NOTICES

Utility Notice Contact

Customer Notice Contact

11. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER

11.1 Amendments. This Agreement may be amended only by written instrument signed by both parties.

11.2 Waiver. No waiver of any breach shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the waiving party. A waiver of one breach shall not constitute a waiver of any other breach.

12. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Governing State: without regard to choice-of-law principles.

13. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY; COUNTERPARTS

13.1 Entire Agreement. This Agreement, including any exhibits and attachments, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings and representations, whether written or oral.

13.2 Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

13.3 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one instrument.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location and Description of Generating System

Installer/Agent Name: Installer Contact Phone:

System Commissioning Date:

Utility:

By:

Date:

Customer:

By:

Date:

What the Net Metering Agreement Form Is and when it applies

A Net Metering Agreement Form is a written contract between a customer-generator (for example, a homeowner or business with a solar PV system) and a utility or municipal energy provider that records enrollment in net metering, interconnection terms, metering configuration, crediting of exported electricity, and termination conditions. The form typically documents generation system details, point-of-interconnection, billing credits or feed-in rates, and required inspections or safety controls. Utilities use the signed agreement to create or modify the customer account, apply net energy credits, and ensure compliance with tariff and interconnection rules.

Why a clear Net Metering Agreement matters

A complete, accurate agreement defines the rights and responsibilities of both the customer and utility, prevents billing disputes, and documents the technical and legal conditions for interconnection and crediting. Proper execution reduces processing delays and avoids downstream compliance or safety issues.

Who typically completes and signs this form

Multiple parties are commonly involved in preparing and signing net metering agreements; understanding their roles helps ensure correct completion.

Residential owners or tenants arranging grid-tied generation and seeking bill credits under utility tariffs.
Commercial property owners, building managers, or energy service companies coordinating system installation and billing arrangements.
Utility representatives, interconnection engineers, and meter services staff who verify system compliance and activate net metering.

Identify the signatories early—owner, installer, and utility contact—and confirm authority to bind the party (corporate officer, authorized agent, or tenant with landlord consent).

Core sections to expect in a professional Net Metering Agreement Form

A robust agreement groups administrative, technical, billing, and legal terms so utilities and customers can process interconnection and billing without ambiguity. Each section should be clear about responsibilities, required documentation, and contact points for inspections or disputes.

Parties

Full legal names and contact information for the customer, installer (if applicable), and the utility; include mailing address, service account number, and email for notices.

System Details

Equipment description, inverter model, total nameplate capacity (kW), AC coupling details, and expected production profile used for interconnection review.

Interconnection Terms

Technical and safety requirements, inspection and commissioning steps, required certifications, and responsibilities for upgrades to utility equipment.

Metering and Credits

Meter type and placement, method of net energy crediting, billing period treatment, and rate applied to exported kilowatt-hours.

Liability and Insurance

Indemnity clauses, insurance limits, and responsibility for damage or third-party claims arising from the generation system or interconnection.

Termination & Modifications

Events of termination, process for amending system capacity or ownership, and post-termination meter/billing reconciliation rules.

Step-by-step: completing and submitting the Net Metering Agreement

Follow this sequence to prepare your paperwork and avoid common processing setbacks.

01

Gather documents: Collect utility bill, equipment specs, and installer certificate.
02

Fill form fields: Complete names, addresses, account number, and system data accurately.
03

Sign and date: All required signers sign in MM/DD/YYYY format.
04

Submit to utility: Send per utility instructions (portal, email, mail) with attachments.

How to configure an online completion workflow

Set up a digital workflow so installers, owners, and utility staff can complete their parts in order and capture an audit trail.

Field	Configuration
Signer Order	Owner → Installer → Utility
Authentication	Email link or SMS code for each signer
Required Attachments	Equipment spec sheet, proof of installation
Notifications	Automatic email after each completed step

Where to send the completed Net Metering Agreement

Net metering forms are typically routed first to the utility's interconnection or distributed generation team; follow the utility's published address or portal path.

Utility Portal: Preferred by many utilities for faster processing
Email Submission: Send to the interconnection inbox when allowed
Mail or Drop-off: Used when portal or email is unavailable
Installer Upload: Installers often submit on behalf of customers

Digital signing and file formats to use

Use common, non-proprietary file formats and reliable e-signature platforms to preserve the document and metadata required by the utility.

Accepted Formats: PDF or DOCX are most commonly accepted
Audit Trail: Ensure signer identity and timestamps are recorded
Integrations: Platforms should support Google Drive or Box

Confirm the utility's submission rules before sending: some utilities require a PDF with visible signatures and a separate machine-readable audit certificate; others accept portal entries or scanned signed pages.

Typical timelines and processing expectations

Processing times vary by utility and state; plan for document review, inspection scheduling, and meter change-out when estimating activation.

Initial Review:

7–30 days depending on utility workload

Inspection Scheduling:

7–21 days after approval in many jurisdictions

Meter Change-Out:

May take 7–30 days after inspection

Billing Cycle Impact:

Credits often begin next billing cycle after meter activation

Appeals or Corrections:

Allow 30–90 days for resolution of disputes

Common mistakes that delay net metering enrollment

Incomplete account numbers or mismatched customer names prevent utilities from matching the form to the correct meter and can delay activation by weeks.
Missing equipment documentation or uncertified inverter listings cause utilities to request additional paperwork and may require retesting.
Unsigned or improperly dated signatures often trigger a return-to-sender request for a corrected agreement and slow processing.
Sending scanned low-resolution documents or non-searchable PDFs can block automated intake systems and require manual re-entry by utility staff.

Risks and consequences of an incorrect or incomplete agreement

Billing Delays: Delayed credits or incorrect billing adjustments

Interconnection Rejection: Application denied until corrected documents are submitted

Liability Gaps: Unclear insurance or indemnity may shift risk

Inspection Failures: System cannot be energized until issues are corrected

Contract Disputes: Ambiguous terms lead to contested billing or ownership

Regulatory Noncompliance: Potential fines or forced system alterations

Representative eSignature vendor comparison for completing the Net Metering Agreement Form

Platform choice affects cost, authentication options, and integration with storage or utility portals; the table below summarizes selected vendor pricing and common capabilities.

	signNow	DocuSign	Adobe Sign	PandaDoc	HelloSign
Starting Price	$8/user/mo	$15/user/mo	$14/user/mo	$19/user/mo	$15/user/mo
Free Trial	7-day free trial	Varies by plan	Varies by plan	Varies by plan	Varies by plan
Bulk Send	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Audit Trail	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIPAA Compliant	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No
Envelope Cap	No cap	100 envelopes/user/year	Varies by plan	Varies by plan	Varies by plan

FAQs and troubleshooting for Net Metering Agreement Forms

Answers to frequent questions about e-signing, authority to sign, corrections, and revocation when dealing with net metering paperwork.

Need help? Contact support

Can I sign the agreement electronically?
Yes. Electronic signatures are legally equivalent to handwritten signatures under the federal ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. ch. 96) and UETA in most states, provided intent, consent, attribution, and record retention requirements are met.
What if the utility requires a 'wet' signature?
Some utilities or specific tariff requirements may request an original wet signature; follow the utility's stated requirement. When in doubt, ask the utility if an electronic signature with an audit trail and printed copy is acceptable.
Who must sign on behalf of a company or landlord?
A person with authority to bind the entity should sign, such as an officer or authorized agent. Document the signer’s title and include a corporate or landlord signature block if required.
How do I correct a mistake after signing?
Do not alter a signed copy. Complete a new agreement or an amendment document, have required parties sign the correction, and resubmit to the utility to replace the prior version.
Is notarization required for net metering agreements?
Not generally required for net metering enrollment. If specific local or contract requirements call for notarization, follow those rules; remote online notarization (RON) may be available where authorized by state law.
How can the agreement be revoked or canceled?
Termination procedures are typically in the agreement. Provide written notice per the contract; utilities may require a signed cancellation form and a final meter reading or reconciliation.

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