Distribution connection pricing proposed Code amendment
Consultation
We’re seeking feedback on a package of proposals that aim to make significant progress towards efficient connection pricing.
We’re taking a phased approach to regulating efficient pricing methodologies, and the proposals in this consultation paper represent the Authority’s first step.
In this consultation, we’re seeking feedback on proposed changes to pricing methodologies and mechanisms to support implementation. This package of proposed changes aims to:
- allocate costs for enhancement and network capacity efficiently
- rebate parties who fund network extensions
- improve transparency
- improve negotiations
- safeguard against distributors increasing their reliance on up-front charges
- facilitate price-quality path reviews.
The Authority is open to potential solutions to the problems we are addressing with our proposals, and we welcome alternative suggestions on how to progress towards more efficient connection pricing.
We are planning opportunities for stakeholders to engage with us during the consultation period. If this is of interest, please contact connection.feedback@ea.govt.nz
Complementary consultation
Alongside this consultation, we welcome your feedback in the Network connections project – Stage one consultation.
This consultation runs over the same time period and aims improve the efficiency of the application processes for connecting to the network, or upgrading an existing connection.
Together, the proposals across these consultations aim to support more efficient investment in infrastructure and businesses, and in distribution networks.
Make a submission
Our preference is to receive submissions in Microsoft Word in the format shown in Appendix A to connection.feedback@ea.govt.nz by 5pm, Friday 6 December 2024.
Submissions will be published on this page and cross-submissions invited to the same email address by 5pm, Monday 23 December.
If you cannot send your submission electronically, please contact connection.feedback@ea.govt.nz or 04 460 8860 to discuss alternative arrangements. We will also consider verbal submissions if this is your preferred option.
We wish to publish all submissions to be transparent. If you consider we should not publish any part of your submission, please:
- indicate which part should not be published and explained why, and
- provide a version we can publish (if we agree not to publish your full submission).