# WAC 480-100-108: WAC 480-100-108. Application for service

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_108

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 480-100-108
- **Heading:** WAC 480-100-108. Application for service
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 480 / Chapter 480-100 / Section 480-100-108

## Text

(1) When an applicant orders service from an electric utility, the applicant will be responsible for conforming to the rules and regulations that are in effect and on file with the commission.
(2) The utility may require the following information when an applicant applies for service:
(a) The applicant's name, address, and telephone number, and an alternative contact telephone number, if applicable, of the responsible party at the service premises;
(b) The date the service is requested to be effective;
(c) The type of service requested, such as residential or commercial service, and the type of equipment to be served at the service premises;
(d) Proof of identification. The utility must allow the applicant to choose from a list, provided by the utility, of at least five sources of identification. The list must include a current driver's license or other picture identification; and
(e) Any additional information the utility may reasonably require for billing or service.
(3) The utility must offer, if available, a service-order tracking number so the customer can easily identify the service request in subsequent interactions with the utility.
(4) The utility must provide the following service dates to the applicant:
(a) For service at a location where utility service facilities exist and will not have to be modified in any way to serve the applicant, the utility must provide a service date at the time of application. If the utility becomes aware that the service date cannot be met, it must notify the applicant on or prior to the service date;
(b) For service at a location where utility service facilities do not exist or require modification, the utility will provide the following service dates:
to be modified in any way to serve the applicant, the utility must provide a service date at the time of application. If the utility becomes aware that the service date cannot be met, it must notify the applicant on or prior to the service date;
(b) For service at a location where utility service facilities do not exist or require modification, the utility will provide the following service dates:
(i) Upon request by the applicant, prior to signing a service agreement, the utility must provide a range of dates by which service can be made available;
(ii) Upon signing a service agreement with the applicant, the utility must provide a date by which service will be made available. If the utility becomes aware that the service date cannot be met, it must notify the applicant on or prior to the service date.
(5) A customer may not resell electricity unless specifically authorized in the utility's tariff.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 480-100-001 WAC 480-100-001. Purpose](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_001.md)
- [WAC 480-100-003 WAC 480-100-003. Application of rules](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_003.md)
- [WAC 480-100-008 WAC 480-100-008. Exemptions from rules in chapter 480-100 WAC](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_008.md)
- [WAC 480-100-013 WAC 480-100-013. Additional requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_013.md)
- [WAC 480-100-018 WAC 480-100-018. Severability](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_018.md)
- [WAC 480-100-023 WAC 480-100-023. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_023.md)
- [WAC 480-100-028 WAC 480-100-028. Tariffs and special contracts](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_028.md)
- [WAC 480-100-033 WAC 480-100-033. Distribution line extension tariff](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_033.md)
- [WAC 480-100-103 WAC 480-100-103. Information to consumers](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_103.md)
- [WAC 480-100-108 WAC 480-100-108. Application for service](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_108.md)
- [WAC 480-100-113 WAC 480-100-113. Residential services deposit requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_113.md)
- [WAC 480-100-118 WAC 480-100-118. Nonresidential service deposit requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_118.md)
- [WAC 480-100-123 WAC 480-100-123. Refusal of service](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_123.md)
- [WAC 480-100-128 WAC 480-100-128. Disconnection of service](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_480_100_128.md)

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