15-6 Service Entrances

Each service entrance with 2,000 amperes capacity or less shall be provided with a readily accessible main disconnecting device with appropriate overcurrent protection; provided, each service entrance larger than 2,000 amperes capacity shall comply with the provisions of the National Electric Code. The device shall disconnect all ungrounded conductors from the source of supply in one motion or operation of the hand. For overhead services, said overcurrent protection shall be installed within twenty-five (25) feet from the weatherhead, and within ten (10) feet from where the conductors enter the building. For underground services, said overcurrent protection shall be installed within ten (10) feet from where the conductors enter the building, and within 25' feet of where the conduit emerges from grade.

   A.   Provisions for Metering. Meter sockets shall be mounted on the outside of a principal building. With prior approval given by the Utilities Department and Building Services Division, meter sockets may be located on UL listed pedestals, accessory buildings greater than 625 square feet constructed on perimeter foundations extended below frost depth, or alternate locations approved by the Departments. Additional provisions for metering can be found in the standards and specifications set out by the Grand Island Utilities Department.

   B.   Single family switches shall be grouped to disconnect them with one motion of the hand.

   C.   Multiple Family Units. New multiple family units constructed in compliance with Chapter 8 of the Grand Island Code may be allowed up to 6 switches, one switch per unit. All switches shall be grouped together in one listed and approved assembly.

   D.   Number of Services. One (1) electrical service shall be provided for each tract or parcel of land, except upon written request and approval by the Utilities Director and Chief Building Official, and/or their respective designee, and in conformance with this Code.

   E.   Electric Meter Location. The electric meter shall be located on the property that it is supplying power to, unless prior approval by the Utilities Department and Building Services Division.

   F.   Meter Tampering. Pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute 25-21,275, tampering or bypassing a meter is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disconnection.

   G.   Grade Changes. The property owner shall be responsible for any repairs or modifications to City owned equipment damaged or deemed unsafe due to grade changes, settlement or erosion.

(Amended by Ordinance No. 9194, effective 11-01-2008)
(Amended by Ordinance No. 9366, effective 03-30-2012)
(Amended by Ordinance No. 9578, effective 03-29-2016)
(Amended by Ordinance No. 9712, effective 11-13-2018)
(Amended by Ordinance No. 9804, effective 01-01-2021)
(Amended by Ordinance No. 9840, effective 09-08-2021)
(Amended by Ordinance No. 9981, effective 08-01-2024)