Above standard temporary power supply
Who is this for?
For builders and trades who need power when there is no permanent electrical connection.
*A temporary power supply with a maximum demand greater than 250A/180kVA,
How long will it take?
3 months to provide you with a technical assessment
4-6 months to provide you with a design and quote, depending on the complexity of your project
3 months to construct, upon payment of quote and confirmation your site is ready
How much will it cost?
We'll provide a quote after we complete the scoping and design of your project.
Application fee
| Application fee (plus 0.59% credit card surcharge) | $497.42 |
Design fee
| Project complexity | Fee |
|---|---|
| Standard | $1,320 |
| Detailed | $3,300 |
| Complex | $6,600 |
* While the design fee is GST inclusive, the GST exclusive amount will be deducted from the access offer if proceeding, i.e. GST is not refunded
Other fees
| Description | Fee |
|---|---|
| Construction costs | We will provide a quote |
| Cancellation fee | $550 |
The cost of an electricity supply is dependent on how much power you require. In most cases, the cost will be based on what we call the Distribution Low Voltage Connection Scheme.
Temporary power supply allows builders and trades to work when there is no permanent connection to the site. To set up an account for temporary electrical supply, contact your retailer and then refer to the options below.
Application process
You’ve applied
1
We’ll contact you to discuss your application.
You’ll receive a scope
2
After our technical assessment we’ll confirm the scope of works with you.
You’ll receive design fee invoice
3
We design the project to your needs.
You’ll receive an access quote
4
After the acceptance and payment is received, we’ll schedule the works for delivery.
Let us know how we went
5
Your feedback is important to help ensure we’re meeting your needs and expectations.
Additional information you need to know
It is often more cost effective to install a permanent new connection straight away.
What to include with your application
Authority to Act
If you are not the Landowner, you must provide a signed letter from the Landowner(s) confirming that you have authority to act on their behalf. The letter must include the following:
- Full name of the Landowner(s) as per Landgate records
- Your full name
- Your role in relation to the project
- A clear statement authorising you to act on the Landowner’s behalf
- Date (must be no more than 12 months from application submission date)
- Signature of the Landowner(s) - (handwritten or digital signatures are acceptable)
Applications will not be accepted without this letter.
A CAD site plan and PDF
Your CAD plan helps us better understand your work site and location of assets. We extract data from your plan to assist us with your design.
Please submit:
- Your CAD site plan in DGN format with MGA94 Zone 50 coordinates and reference files
- A PDF of your site plan.
Site plan for a single residential connection
For a pillar site plan to be accepted, it must clearly show:
- the proposed pillar location in a visible colour on the site plan.
- the street name on which the property borders.
- the full address of the property.
- the nearest intersection (for rural properties it helps to locate the site)
In order to provide a fast, accurate quote and advice on your new connection arrangement we require a comprehensive site plan with details of your current and/or proposed site layout. This includes but is not limited to the following information being clearly marked on your plan:
- boundary or retaining walls at the side and front of the property - including depth of wall
- location of items such as letterboxes, garden beds, trees/stumps, driveways, crossovers
- detail or grades of any major inclines or slopes near the front boundary
- utility locations for water meters/pipes, gas pipes, sewer mains/connections and access points
- proposed location of new pillar/s
Pillar exclusion zone
The pillar needs to have an exclusion zone of 50cm from its centre. Inside or under the exclusion zone there must not be any:
- water pipes, water storage facilities or water meters
- gas pipes or meters
- telecommunication cables
- sewage, waste water, or storm water pipes
- reticulation pipes or cables
- tree roots and other vegetation
- concrete, asphalt, limestone or bedrock
Find out what underground assets may be in the vicinity by submitting a Dial Before You Dig application.
Creating a site plan using maps or statellite images
An easy way to create a site plan is to use a online mapping service like Google Maps. Just take a screen shot of the address and then label the requirements on it.
Using construction plans or engineering drawings for a site plan
If you've got access to contruction plans or engineering drawings, you'll be able to submit these as a site plan as long as it includes all our requirements.
Site photos
Help us understand your current connection arrangements and more easily identify potential site specific issues. Photos will need to include:
- The extent of the worksite
- Any obstructions in the area
Neighbour's authority
If your project will impact your neighbour’s property by having new assets installed or relocated on or in front of their property, you’ll need their authorisation.
Single line diagram (SLD)
A single line diagram (SLD) provides us with the technical information to design a connection to meet your requirements. The SLD must include:
- Point of supply details – such as pillar, pole, sole use, district transformer etc.
- Size of consumer mains, with clear labels for ‘New’ or ’Existing’
- Service Protection Device (SPD) setting - this must match the total maximum demand in the Load Breakdown Schedule and application form.
- Metering arrangement with clear labels for ‘New' or 'Existing' and meter numbers for existing meters.
Statement of compliance to AS61000.3.6
Your accredited electrical contractor or consultant must submit a statement verifying that the installation complies with AS/NZS 61000.3.11, SA-SNZ TR IEC 61000.3.14 and Western Power’s Technical Rules.
Disturbing loads
The information allows us to check the impact of your loads on the network. You must comply with Power Quality limits as per AS/NZS 61000.3.11, SA-SNZ TR IEC 61000.3.14 and Western Power Technical Rules.
Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) approval letter
This ensures we only design and construct electrical infrastructure for developments formally approved and aligned with State planning requirements.
Applications will not be accepted without this letter.
Ready to apply for an above standard temporary power supply?
Once you’ve gotten the above, you are ready to apply. Estimated time to complete: 10 minutes