5-4(I)   ELECTRICAL AND COMMUNICATION LINES

5-4(I)(1)   Distribution Lines 12 Kilovolts or Less

New communications lines, new single-phase electrical distribution lines carrying 12 kilovolts (kV) or less, and all other lower voltage electrical lines shall be installed underground within subdivisions approved under this IDO.

5-4(I)(2)   Distribution Lines between 12 Kilovolts and 40 Kilovolts

New electrical 3-phase distribution lines carrying above 12 kV, but less than 40 kV, shall be installed underground.

5-4(I)(3)   Distribution Lines Over 40 Kilovolts

Electrical lines that carry 40 kV or more are not regulated by this IDO. See the Facility Plan for Electric System Transmission and Generation, as amended.

5-4(I)(4)   Safety Clearances from Buildings and Other Structures

Safety clearances are required by the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) to ensure utility worker and public safety. Greater setbacks and/or reduced heights may be required for compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) along lot lines that abut, are adjacent to, or within properties that contain overhead power lines and/or electric utility easements. Electric service provision from the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) will also depend on adequate structure clearance requirements as outlined in the PNM Electric Service Guide.