Regulatory & Program
Maryland PSC opens rulemaking on proposed distributed generation CPCN requirements
Maryland PSC · Jul 22
What happened
The Maryland Public Service Commission issued a notice of rulemaking and comment opportunity under Docket RM 97 concerning distributed generation Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) requirements. The docket incorporates proposals from the state Power Plant Research Program, which outline standard siting and design rules, standard conditions, and a voluntary application process.
Why it matters
Standardized CPCN rules and siting requirements could directly influence project development timelines and regulatory compliance costs for distributed solar in Maryland. Asset owners and developers should monitor the proceeding to determine how the proposed standard conditions affect local permitting and approval risks.
Original source
Maryland PSC
Notice of RM, Opportunity to Comment and RM Session for Proposed Distributed Generation CPCN Requirements and Conditions (RM 97)