Feasibility studies

Developers of 5 lots or more can undertake a preliminary study to assess a projects viability. The results can help you make a decision to proceed with the project.

Western Power offers two types of feasibility enquiry, each offering a different level of assessment into the power infrastructure requirements of the subdivision:

• A feasibility enquiry for those seeking a brief assessment or
• A feasibility study for those requiring a detailed assessment of requirements.

Please Note: Western Power's response will be in regard to the high voltage distribution capacity to the desired area, but will not cover the internal reticulation requirements of the proposed development.

Feasibility enquiry

Developers will be supplied with:

• A DFIS map showing local HV distribution network details
• Comments on whether reinforcement is required to accommodate the proposed development at the time application. Comments are based on our planning engineer's knowledge of the capacity and constraints of the relevant HV distribution network.

Please note: an in-depth (load flow) study will not be performed to collate a feasibility enquiry response.

Feasibility study

Developers will be supplied with:

• A DFIS map showing local HV distribution network details.
• Comments on what reinforcement is required to accommodate the proposed development at the time application. Comments are based on the results from a load flow analysis conducted by our planning engineer. The report will advise what HV distribution reinforcement is required and the estimated cost of the reinforcement works outlined in the report.

Fees

The following fee will be invoiced after Western Power has sent the requested report:

• Feasibility enquiry - $315 (inc. GST)
• Feasibility study - $775 (inc. GST)

Please note: Large and/or complex developments may involve extensive studies; additional costs will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

How to apply

Please complete and return the Application for Feasibility Enquiry/Study (PDF 109kb) to Western Power along with a site plan.

• Connections Manager
  Locked Bag 2520
  Perth WA 6001
• Fax: (08) 9225 2073
• E-mail: works.admin.general@westernpower.com.au

Should you have any queries please call our Customer Contact Centre on 13 10 87

Developers, consultants or designers may apply for information to help them carry out a preliminary feasibility study of a future subdivision (greater than 4 lots). Applicants can elect for a brief assessment (feasibility enquiry) or a more in-depth assessment (feasibility study) of the power infrastructure requirements. Western Power's response will be in regard to the high voltage distribution capacity, but will not cover the internal reticulation requirements of the proposed development. If more information is required, an application for a Design Information Package ("DIP") should be lodged. Similarly, applicants will need to complete a Distribution Quotation Application ("DQA") to obtain information in regard to block loads - this includes developments of 4 lots or less.