DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY INDUSTRIES

POWERLINE RELOCATION

an assistance scheme for local areas Skies are clearing over victoria

Before and After/ Evan Street, Sunbury

Before and After/ Victoria Street, Eaglehawk Before and After/ Hamilton Street, Horsham Before and After/ Barnard Street,

Before and After/ Myers Street, Bendigo Before and After/ Hargreaves Street, Bendigo

Before and After/ St Vincent Place, South Ministerial ForEward Inside

The Powerline Relocation Scheme is a The scheme is flexible and I encourage Welcome 03 great success story – in 2008 the scheme councils considering relocating powerlines Funding celebrated the completion of 250 projects to contact the committee to discuss the Guiding Principles for Assessment across regional and metropolitan Victoria scope of potential projects. of Eligible Projects 04 to relocate powerlines underground. I congratulate those councils who have This signals the Brumby Government’s Why relocate powerlines in shown leadership and foresight by long term commitment to working in your community? 05 including the relocation of powerlines partnership with local councils to create into their public works program and look Case Story one: Skies clearing more liveable communities. forward to continuing to work with local over 07 Since the scheme’s inception in 1995, over government on this important initiative. Case Story two: Skies clearing $30 million has been contributed towards over Bendigo 11 the relocation of powerlines underground, Best Practice 14 of which nearly 80 per cent were regional projects. Approximately 75 per cent of all Funds and cost sharing 14 local councils have accessed the program How to apply for funding 15 at some point in time. Peter Batchelor Minister for Energy and Resources Criteria for identifying Administered by the Powerline Relocation eligible projects 16 Committee through the Department of Primary Industries, the Powerline Relocation Submission guidelines 17 Scheme is working with Victorians to Associated considerations 18 help make significant improvements to their environment. Option checklist 19

The primary objective of the scheme is to improve the visual amenity in areas of high pedestrian or vehicular activity, and areas of environmental, cultural or historic importance. The relocation of powerlines can also provide improved community safety, facilitate better access for the elderly and disabled and improve the reliability of electricity supply.

Before and After/ Mount Joy, Lorne Welcome

The Powerline Relocation Scheme can provide up to 50% funding for any project it sees as bringing value to the community.

The Powerline Relocation Scheme is This booklet is intended to assist administered by the Powerline Relocation prospective applicants in the preparation Committee. The work of the Committee is of submissions for consideration by the to assist local communities in improving the Powerline Relocation Committee. visual amenity of distribution powerlines in Enquires may be directed to: areas which are of importance because of environmental, historic or scenic significance; The Secretary or high pedestrian or vehicular use. Powerlines Relocation Committee Department of Primary Industries Successful projects are usually granted c/– 14 Graduate Crescent funding on a dollar for dollar basis however Wheelers Hill 3150 projects considered of a greater or lesser Telephone 03 9511 4937 merit, may attract an alternate subsidy rate. Facsimile 03 9511 4936 Co-contributions for a project might also Email [email protected] be sought from the council itself, other government grants programs, businesses and or developers, private residents, the local electricity distribution company and the telecommunications carriers. Discussion with councils shows there has been success in recent years receiving co-funding on some projects through grants from the Department of Infrastructure and Heritage Victoria.

02/03 Powerline Relocation Guiding Principles Why relocate Powerlines for Assessment of in your community? Eligible Project

– Projects must benefit the local, if not wider – Powerline relocation work should be carried community. The benefits must be able to out on a competitive basis. While the local Although the Powerline Relocation be clearly demonstrated. Priority is given distribution business will need to be consulted to areas of high pedestrian activity, high on the design and implementation of a project, Scheme offers funding specifically environmental or cultural value or to major competitive tenders should be invited for larger access roads. Priority is also given to projects parts of the works, such as detailed design, within the set criteria, powerline that are scheduled with other street supply of materials, or construction work. improvements programs such as a well – Existing or proposed distribution powerlines, relocation when considered as developed streetscape strategy. operating at voltages of up to and including – Projects need the tangible support of the 22,000 volts are eligible for consideration. part of wider public works program Local Government Authority. Submissions – Undergrounding of sub-transmission and high would normally be forwarded to the voltage transmission lines (66,000 volts or can return many benefits: Committee, through local government above) generally will not be considered for unless there are special circumstances. subsidy, due largely to the technical – Restoration of the identity of historic places – Powerline relocation activities which the complexities and the high costs involved. – Attraction of tourism electricity distribution businesses would However, consideration for a subsidy may be normally be expected to carry out are not considered if the project meets the funding – More trees on street sides subsidised. For example, if lines were criteria and there are funds available under – More space for parking to be moved as part of bushfire mitigation the scheme. then those works would be funded by the – More alfresco space for restaurants distribution business and would not and cafes be eligible for a subsidy. – Improved power reliability because placing wires underground can offer more protection from trees, ice, wind, and other damage during storms

– Improved safety and access for the handicapped and elderly

– Improved vistas

– General enhancement of livability for the community

04/05 Powerline Relocation Skies Clearing Over Geelong

Bruce Harwood, Mayor for Ten years on, Geelong is a great powerlines the City of Greater Geelong, success story, with 17 projects completed, including the award winning urban renewal has some short and sweet of the iconic Geelong waterfront and the advice for councils considering 2008 transformation of Barwon Heads main the Powerline Relocation retail street. Scheme. “Go for it!” Mayor Harwood explains the positive impact Powerline Relocation has had on By working in partnership the community. with the Department of “By removing unsightly powerlines and poles Primary Industries, the City lining some of our streets, we have done Before of Greater Geelong has wonders for our city. There is the improved accessed nearly $3 million in safety for the aged and the handicapped that comes with a less cluttered footpath, funding since 1995 to relocate you can increase roadside tree planting – powerlines underground. which is always a plus – and overall just create a greater sense of open space.” Peter Jeffreys, Geelong City Coordinator of the Urban Design Major Projects team, agrees, “Councils interested in de-cluttering streetscapes and improving recreation spaces and retail centres should definitely consider the Powerline Relocation Scheme. By removing overhead lines, we can plant larger species of trees on road sides, as well as improve the aesthetic of the streetscape and skyline. It has really improved public space in Geelong City and made it a more

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Before and After/ Eastern Beach Road, Geelong

Powerlines underground Prority future works Current works

06/07 Powerline Relocation Project Spotlight Project Spotlight Some good advice Urban renewal of the Barwon Heads goes underground fROm an experienced hand Geelong waterfront

Until 1996, the north-facing shore of Corio The $1.5 million Barwon Heads Streetscape Peter Jeffries reveals his top five tips for Bay in Geelong, 40 minutes drive from Project was completed in 2007 and included councils considering powerline relocation. Melbourne, was almost exclusively devoted powerline relocation that allowed new street 1 Ensure you give your electricity distributor to maritime and general industry. In 1995, lighting, new road and footpaths, tree plenty of notice for any projects, because the Victorian State Government and the City planting and street furniture. one of the major challenges we faced was of Greater Geelong formed a partnership to managing Powercor timelines for design redevelop and beautify the area, stimulate The aim was to improve access for and tendering of works due to their the local economy and attract tourism. The pedestrians in the main trading strip and industry work pressures. project would not be complete without the to create a fresh new look that reflected beautification of the surrounding streets as a the village atmosphere of Barwon Heads. 2 Fully brief affected property owners/ result of powerline relocation. businesses of the proposed powerline Peter Jeffries, Geelong City Coordinator relocation works and seek their support in Bruce Harwood, Mayor for the City of of the Urban Design Major Projects Team, the planning process to avoid potential Greater Geelong, explains the positive talks about the Geelong Council’s process criticism for disruptions and inconvenience impact the waterfront renewal has had on for starting a powerline relocation project. created during the construction. Before the community. “ First of all, we get suggestions for 3 Structure a project plan over two financial “ The waterfront project was undertaken over powerline relocation projects, both years to allow sufficient lead-time to plan, a 5 year period from 1996 to 2000. A internally and externally, from individuals, design and budget works in year one and previously derelict area, the waterfront community or trader groups, or via an deliver the project in year two. redevelopment included new infrastructure, Urban Design Framework, or Area Strategy. 4 Consult and engage all service authorities powerline undergrounding, new furniture, “ We then identify the needs and priorities ( i.e. Telstra, other communication providers) trees and a new quay to a cost of $25 of submitted projects and then subject with aerial assets on power poles in the million. It has since attracted over $280 them to council’s priorities and budgetary project planning stage to identify their million of direct private investments (hotels, processes. Once we’ve decided on what to relocation costs and to avoid potential restaurants, apartments) and provided many do, we speak to Frank Barlow, the Secretary delays in later construction works. jobs for the local community. It has given a of the Powerline Relocation Committee, to new focus to the city and kick-started 5 After you had a look at the criteria and see if the project is likely to meet the an upward economic swing. The community guidelines for eligible projects, contact funding criteria. is proud of this asset and it has been a the Secretary of the Powerline Relocation great success.” “If it is, we ask our local power distributor, Committee to discuss your potential Powercor, to prepare and provide a budget application for funding.

estimate of how much it would actually cost to relocate the powerlines in question.

“We then seek municipal support and co-funding. It is sometimes difficult to justify spending council funds on a After power authority asset, but the Powerline Relocation funding we received allowed us Before and After/ to put council funding to other areas, which Hitchcock Avenue of course means better outcomes for the Barwon Heads, Geelong whole community.”

08/09 Powerline Relocation Skies Clearing Over BENDIGO

Craig Niemann, CEO for Twelve years on Bendigo is a great the City of Greater Bendigo powerlines success story, with 23 projects completed. Today, nearly 95% of Bendigo’s would like to tell any council CBD’s powerlines are underground! Leading considering powerline relocation CBD projects include Myers, Mitchell and “You won’t regret it!” Wills Street, Hargreaves Street, View Street, Mollison Street, Queen Street, Bath Lane and Lyttleton Terrace. Last but not least the By working in partnership revived entrance to the provincial capital – with the Department of Primary High Street. Industries, the City of Greater Craig Niemann explains the positive Bendigo has accessed nearly impact Powerline Relocation has had $3.2 million in funding since on the community. 1995 to relocate powerlines. “ Reducing the skyline clutter in the commercial and retail parts of Bendigo has proven to be a great success with both the community and tourists. We have not regretted it and we definitely have plans to continue. Before “ Fifteen years ago there were hardly any trees but now most of the CBD avenues are tree-lined. This provides great shade on hot summer days, as well as natural beauty. Removing the powerlines has allowed us to put in feature lighting and overall has Barnard Street complemented the historic identity of our town.”

Hargreaves Street View Point Powerlines underground Prority future works Current works

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Before and After/ View Street, Bendigo

10/11 Powerline Relocation Project Spotlight Project Spotlight some good advice VIEW STREET AND ARTS PRECINCT Sacred Heart Cathedral from an experienced hand

View Street, which forms part of Bendigo’s Situated at the main entrance to the CBD, Terry Huddle, Project Manager for the arts precinct, is a major cultural centre The Sacred Heart Cathedral on High Street Bendigo Council Major Projects Team for locals and tourist, and home to The is one of Bendigo’s key monuments. It is reveals his top five tips for councils Capital Theatre, The Bendigo Art Gallery on an elevated site so it can be seen from considering powerline relocation. and numerous heritage buildings. The all around. The removal of powerlines 1 Get support for the program from within Council wanted to show View Street in fronting the Cathedral in 2003 gives Council. As we all know, you have to have its best light and was keen to remove the uninterrupted views of its magnificent the whole Council supporting a project, or visual clutter of powerlines and poles and architecture. In addition, decorative street else things get very difficult. A picture is install decorative lighting. The project was lighting – in keeping with the Cathedral’s worth a thousand words, so visiting other completed nearly ten years ago and was historic architecture has replaced the power projects is a great solution for educating one of the first in Bendigo. poles. Meanwhile, surrounding trees grow wavering Councillors. freely as they don’t need to be shaped Tansy Curtin, Curator for the Bendigo around powerlines. 2 If you are a municipality that wants to Art Gallery gives her opinion on the impact promote yourself as a place to come and powerline relocation has had on View Street. Craig Niemann, CEO for City of live, then powerline relocation is a great Greater Bendigo, talks about the Bendigo “ For me, the best thing about it has been way to beautify your town. One of the Council’s process for starting a powerline Before being able to have beautiful Plane trees in biggest impacts for Bendigo is the major relocation project. their natural shape. In addition, there is tree planting program we’ve embarked on. sense of space on the side street that you So what’s the Bendigo council process? 10 years ago there were hardly any trees and would not have if the power poles were still now most of the CBD avenues are tree-lined. As part of its ongoing five-year Capital there. It looks beautiful.” Works Program, which in 2007 had an 3 Establish a good relationship with your Tim Buykx, Bendigo Council Coordinator of annual budget of $45.2 million, the Bendigo power company and give local business and Landscape and Open Space offers his view council completed at least one citizens plenty of notice. This helps to avoid on what powerline relocation has done for undergrounding any real issues during construction process the Bendigo community. project each year. and ensures that things go smoothly.

“ Powerline relocation allows you to plan Annually, Council engineers nominate 4 If you ever have plans for major for a consistent sweep of street furniture priority projects from a list previously infrastructure projects, consider which helps to unify the streetscape. compiled under the Powerline Relocation undergrounding powerlines in conjunction Now the poles have been removed, the scheme. This is then put into budget with these works. This avoids you having to CBD is a noticeably more beautiful place deliberations and is presented to council rip it all up again in the future. with a whole new and exciting alfresco for approval. 5 It’s important that powerline relocation culture for eating and dining.” So how did the funds help? forms part of a strategy about the look you

want for your town, and that you plan well “ The funds from the Powerline Relocation in advance. Scheme have been tremendously helpful and so far have helped with 22 projects to a total of just over $3 million,” says CEO Craig Niemann. “From the start, the aim of the Council was to enhance Bendigo’s historic value and generally beautify the CBD and this fitted in well with Powerline Relocation funding criteria that supports improvements to areas of high pedestrian activity and high cultural and environmental value.”

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Before and After/ High Street, Bendigo Sacred Heart Cathedral

12/13 Powerline Relocation Best Practice Funds and Cost Sharing How to Apply for Funding

Either underground cable or ABC (Aerial On page 19 you will find an Option most successful qualifying projects are Projects likely to benefit mostly individual Applicants should first look at the criteria Bundled Cable, an overhead insulated Checklist, to assist applicants in choosing granted a subsidy on a dollar for dollar owners and occupiers should include their and guidelines for eligible projects and cable system) can be used to replace bare among the available options. basis, however projects considered to own financial contributions and also be make a judgement as to whether there overhead powerlines. Undergrounding is be of greater or lesser merit may attract supported by the municipality. The mix of is a realistic chance of acceptance. An Both commercial and technical obligations not always the best solution, for technical, an alternate subsidy rate. funding to be provided by the Committee, approach to the Secretary of the Powerline exist for any party involved in the supply environmental or economic reasons. the municipality and residents will vary Relocation Committee may be useful at this or taking of electricity from a distribution for alterations to an existing powerline, The preferred alternative to underground according to the circumstances. early stage. network. Distribution companies are each the project cost is calculated by reducing cable may depend on the area in which the granted a licence to distribute electricity the total estimated cost to allow for any If there are a number of worthwhile projects Contact should also be made with the relocation is to be carried out. by the Essential Services Commission in pending maintenance, necessary upgrading, competing for available funds, those rated local distribution company for a preliminary Examples include: their areas. or the salvage value of the powerline. by the Committee as having the greatest discussion of proposals. – In rural areas, the relocation of community benefit are selected for funding. Among the conditions laid down in the Likewise, where tree pruning or clearing will Applicants are expected to obtain competitive powerlines away from treed road reserves licence, the distribution companies are be minimised as a result of the project, an Applicants should not enter into financial quotations for the required work, for to cleared land. required to offer and supply electricity allowance based on the cost of tree pruning commitments prior to receiving firm submission to the Committee. Individuals – In established residential areas, where an and connection services to their customer or clearing is made. A contribution, approval of funding. or groups must have municipal support, improvement in the visual amenity through pursuant to the Electricity Distribution Code. covering the value of the avoided tree and their applications must be directed Other organisations may also be a source a reduction in tree trimming is the main pruning or clearing, should be made by the through their local government office. In turn, customers, must comply with the of funding for the conversion of existing objective, ABC cable, supported on the party responsible for this work. This party provisions of the Code which imposes overhead powerlines to underground cable subsidies are provided on the basis that the existing poles, which remain to support would normally be either the distribution obligations on customers. In a situation or ABC. Applicants are encouraged to approach work is completed prior to 30 June in the street lighting and service lines to properties. company or the municipality. where external contractors design and/or such bodies to seek their contributions. subsequent financial year. However there is construct electricity distribution assets, this for projects coinciding with an extension some flexibility to manage the commitments includes augmenting or otherwise modifying of the existing electricity supply system, the across several financial years.

the network. subsidy provided by the Committee will be Once cost estimates have been prepared based on a share of the incremental cost of and the local municipality has indicated its the proposed method of construction. The support, a letter with supporting material incremental cost is the difference between should be sent to: the cost of the proposed method of construction and that for a line constructed The Secretary to the usual standards applied to electricity Powerlines Relocation Committee supply system extensions. Department of Primary Industries c/– 14 Graduate Crescent for the purposes of a submission, the Wheelers Hill 3150 subsidy will be based on firm estimates Telephone 9511 4937 of cost. However, the final value of the Facsimile 9511 4936 applicant’s contribution and the subsidy [email protected] are based on actual costs incurred. for further information and assistance in

preparing an application contact the Secretary of the Committee. It is important to note, the PRC will meet as and when required to consider applications. These should be prepared and submitted well in advance of the required construction date, to allow time, after approval, for:

– preparation of a preliminary design and cost estimates;

– final design and issue of a formal offer;

– and scheduling of work by the successful tenderer.

14/15 Powerline Relocation Criteria for Identifying submission guidelines Eligible Projects

1 Priority Areas 2 Local Government Endorsement 4 Consideration of Alternative Options A submission should be prepared and Contributions in the following format: submissions should demonstrate how the There may be a number of ways in which proposal applies to one or more of these Projects must benefit the community as a the desired result can be achieved. For – Covering letter from CEO/Executive Director. areas, or how the provision of a subsidy is whole. In order to demonstrate this benefit, example, it may not be necessary to – Identifying the project area in terms of the likely to assist in an area possessing one or the tangible support of the Local underground a line where ABC can be used criteria as described in the section Criteria more of these characteristics. Government Authority (LGA) is required. to achieve a suitable outcome. Alternatively, for Identifying Eligible Projects. (Applicant Normally, the LGA would be the party a line may be removed entirely, and supply Areas of High Pedestrian Activity such as: to provide details of why the project submitting the application to the Powerline provided from a different source. satisfies the selected criteria.) – Riverside and bayside areas Relocation Committee, and would itself be The Committee members are experienced providing a significant portion of the – Attention should be drawn to areas, – Community centres in considering ways in which alternative funding of the project. which are listed on Commonwealth, State supply may be provided. The process would – Shopping centres or National Trust registers, or those which There may be circumstances in which be expedited if applicants had themselves are identified as conservation areas in a – Tourist precincts another party submits the application to considered different options, and local plan. the Committee. This may be because it is demonstrated why one particular option Areas of High Environmental part of a larger community infrastructure was selected. See the Option Checklist on – Details of any proposed or existing or Cultural Value such as: development scheme, which is being Page 19. municipal streetscape improvement – Preservation of significant flora and fauna undertaken by another arm of government strategy in the project area. A proposal for powerline relocation should or other Organisation. The LGA should still – Abutting significant water bodies not be looked at in isolation, but as an – Information on any other supporting be a contributor towards the project, as an important part of a municipal streetscape environmental improvements to the area – Abutting significant natural, indicator of local community support. improvement strategy. Therefore, more proposed by the municipality. semi-natural or rural landscapes Other parties may also be prepared to favourable consideration is given to – Assessments of the quality of existing – Comprising important parks and open contribute towards the cost of powerline municipalities with such strategies. vegetation near the street or area, space reserves relocation. High priority will be given to particularly the potential for both ABC those projects for which a large number – Incorporating significant places, and underground powerlines to improve of parties undertake to contribute towards sites, buildings or other localities the environment. the costs. of cultural heritage – A brief description of the proposed works, 3 Competitive Tendering Major access roads such as: and the estimated costs. Copies of The Committee will need to be satisfied that correspondence with the distribution – Important boulevards, major entry, exits the expected costs of a project have been company should be attached. and through roads adjoining areas of high kept to a minimum, and that competitive pedestrian activity or high environmental, – The financial contribution proposed pressures have been brought to bear on the cultural or tourist value by municipal and/or other groups. prices quoted. While the local distribution Any non-financial contribution, for example Scheduled to coincide with other street company will need to be involved in the avoided costs, should be valued as improvements such as: project, at both the initial design stage and described in auditing the final design and construction, – A well developed municipal in the section Funds and Cost Sharing. it need not be the party which actually carries streetscape strategy out the bulk of the overall project work. – Good quality colour photographs taken funds may be allocated for areas that are of from key points and referenced to a diagram. In fact, there may be more than one narrower local interest, provided there are Digital files should be saved to a disk, company involved in a project. For sufficient funds available after considering dated and supplied in two formats, low example, one may carry out the detailed priority area projects. resolution (150dpi) and high resolution design work, another provide the materials, (600dpi) Jpeg or Tiff files. such areas could include residential streets, and a third carry out the construction. particularly for the replacement of bare The applicant should calculate the project – Locality Plan overhead powerlines with ABC, in the costs on the basis of competitive tenders, – Any other supporting information, interests of preserving or improving the but should not enter into any binding which you think, may be relevant. natural vegetation. agreements with any company until funding has been confirmed by the Committee.

16/17 Powerline Relocation Associated Considerations option checklist

In developing a submission, careful attention 2 House Connections Cabinets can be disguised or incorporated Options, which applicants should should be given to the associated service into other structures within the streetscape, consider for powerline relocation include: Where services are to be placed underground, items such as street lighting, electrical to blend in with other street side furniture. the distribution company is responsible for – Installation of underground cable and substations and possibly distribution For example, they may be set into the the service up to a pit at the frontage of the ground mounted substations; cabinets. Unless these are considered, external wall of a shop or office, a barbeque property or, where applicable, to a point the overall objective of environmental structure, bin, bus shelter, planter box, – Aerial Bundled Cable, either high voltage or on the face of a building located on the enhancement may not be met. The table or a visitors’ directory. low voltage, supported on existing poles; street boundary. following list is not exhaustive, and Agreement to any alternative cabinet design – Relocation of aerial circuits through an applicants should discuss the details of the The cost of replacing services to these must be obtained from the appropriate alternative route section; project with the local distribution company. points may be included in the project cost, distribution company, and the unit must be when calculating the subsidy. – Re-routing of high voltage circuits and 1 Street Lighting constructed and installed by the applicant undergrounding only the low voltage; The cost incurred from supplying power to the Company’s satisfaction. A complete underground supply usually from the point of supply to the point of – Re-routing the high voltage circuits requires replacement of street lights. The A locking arrangement is necessary. The attachment within these premises - as and bundling the low voltage cost of this is usually included in the total distribution company will supply and install performed by a Registered Electrical using ABC. project cost for the purpose of calculating the electrical equipment to go inside the Contractor – may also be funded. The cost the subsidy, provided the type of lighting cabinet. The applicant should consult with The above options are those which to be considered when calculating the chosen is a standard type. the distribution company on the space and should be considered to ensure costs subsidy, will be up to a maximum of 30% internal mounting requirements. are kept to a minimum. for historic areas, a special lantern style of the total project cost. Such alterations suitable for installation on the public lighting may include new or altered underground 5 Other Cabinets or Enclosures Applicants should also give some thought system is available. Other lantern and cable on the property and any wiring to other matters, which may have longer Electrical distribution equipment may be pole type light fittings may be acceptable changes necessary to accommodate a term benefits. housed in a fireproof cabinet or small room for installation. Contact the appropriate new point of entry. Applicants must make set aside for the use of the distribution These include: distribution company for information on arrangements regarding the costs of these company on the ground floor of a nearby the fittings which may be installed, and services prior to making their application to – Redesign of the distribution network to building. Access to this area must be on which party would be responsible the Committee. be able to absorb future load growth; available 24 hours a day. In some areas, it for installing and maintaining them. 3 Substations may be necessary to install a transformer – Provision of more attractive poles or If the light fittings and/or poles chosen are and accessories in a room or free-standing mountings for public lighting; Where a pole mounted substation is of a non-standard type and do not meet the kiosk substation. dismantled, an alternative site may be – By considering a wide range of options, criteria for connection to the public lighting required for an indoor or kiosk type 6 Installation of Cables which could be of benefit to different system, special arrangements may need to substation. Access by articulated vehicles, sections of the community, this may be made with the distribution company. A distribution cabinet can have up to 12 mobile cranes and personnel must be limit the contribution, which needs to A metered supply and tariff may be cables connected to an underground cable available at all times. Where a site does not be provided by each beneficiary. negotiated, with the municipality system. Where powerlines are to be abut a public road, long-term easements for responsible for installation and on-going installed underground, they may be buried Please contact the Secretary these purposes and for cables are required. maintenance of the lights and electricity directly in the earth or installed in of the PRC to clarify any of The applicant’s assistance may be required reticulation beyond the metering point. underground conduits. Often, it is these requirements. in negotiations for suitable sites. convenient for a developer to arrange for a 4 Distribution Cabinets civil contractor to install the conduits to the requirements of the distribution company In intensely developed areas, such as well before the cables are installed. shopping or commercial areas, equipment for connection, switching and fusing for Arrangements for coordinating the type and individual premises is made available from location of the cabinets and conduits should distribution cabinets located at street level be made with the distribution company, and where 24 hour access in all weathers is details provided in the submission to required. This may be a cabinet or a small the Committee. room set aside within a building or its facade, or a kiosk substation. All cabinets must be secure, waterproof and fireproof.

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