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Once you've met local requirements submit your project plan to the appropriate authority.
Obtain a "plan check" number.
After receiving your project plan the local agency will issue you a "plan check" number.
Note: you will need this number to submit your application to SMUD.
Submit application to SMUD
You are now ready to turn in your application form, required documents and fees to SMUD. Submissions can be done online, by mail or in person.
Online
Pay electronically through the Project Application website. Access your project using your SMUD Service Notification number and follow the online instructions.
Mail
SMUD Design & Construction Services P.O. Box 15830, MS EA-105 Sacramento, CA 95852-0830
In person
SMUD East Campus Operations Center 4401 Bradshaw Road Sacramento, CA 95827
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Meet your designer
SMUD will assign an engineering designer for your project, typically within five days after receiving your application.
Your engineering designer will:
Connect
Be your main point of contact for your project
Plan
Address your project's electrical requirements and construction schedule
Assess
Determine if civil improvements are needed before SMUD construction can begin
Need civil improvements?
Civil improvements may include trenching and installing conduit, boxes and pads for SMUD’s electrical cable and equipment.
If civil improvements are required:
Your SMUD engineering designer will provide you with a Commitment Package that explains the requirements and your responsibilities.
You'll need to schedule a pre-construction meeting with a SMUD inspector, who will provide direction for your installation of the required civil improvements.
All civil improvements must be completed before SMUD can begin actual construction of your project.
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Return required construction documents to SMUD
This is a critical step in the process to keep your project on schedule.
Avoid delays
To avoid project delays, please return all required documents as soon as possible.
Remember: Make sure all documents are complete before submission.
Documents you'll need to submit
Your engineering designer will tell you what documents must be submitted before SMUD can begin construction of your project. These may include:
SMUD's agreement to grant easement
Conveyance agreement
Copies of your property grant deed
Building permits
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Time to go to work!
Once all required documents are submitted and approved, your engineering designer will complete the final job design and determine the cost of the work.
Contract and payment letter
You will receive a project quote and contract letter from SMUD. It will include instructions for approving the contract and making a payment.
Here's what happens next
Schedule
After we receive your approval contract, any required fees, and after all other holds have been removed, SMUD will schedule construction of your project. You will be notified by email that the job is progressing to construction.
Construction
SMUD's construction work is performed. This includes all electric facilities and equipment except the meter, which will be installed after the panel is inspected by your local agency.
Inspection
Your local agency must inspect and approve your electrical panel before SMUD completes its work. Local agencies typically notify SMUD one business day after they approve the work.
Power on!
SMUD will install the new meter, connect or install the service wire and energize your service, typically within seven business days of the electrical panel inspection approval.
