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How to apply for a multi site development

You may need to speak to us prior to filling in this application, if so our helpline number is 08457 643 643.  

Before you apply, you will need to consider which development. Typically there are 3 main types of developments:

  1. Housing developments of 2 or more dwellings
  2. Apartment blocks
  3. Business units

Step 1

Download a connections application form for multi site developments [301kB PDF] or contact our helpline on 08457 643 643 to get a pack sent to you.

Step 2

Read and complete the application forms and gather all the necessary supporting documentation.  We will need the following:

  • A site location map scaled to 1:2500
  • A site plan scaled to 1:500
  • Floor plan showing proposed meter positions
  • Elevation drawings if your development is close to existing NIE equipment
  • Stamp approved planning permission
  • A complete list of full postal addresses for each connection within the site

We will need to understand the amount of electricity required for your new development including accurate load details for the development which should be supplied by your electrical contractor.

You also need to consider whether the development site requires:

  1. an alteration to existing NIE equipment
  2. disconnection of live equipment
  3. a public street lighting scheme

Step 3

Send in your completed pack to your nearest NIE depot [43kB JPG].

For more information on the next steps visit quote and connect.

Safety advice

Electricity can kill. Please be aware of the dangers associated with carrying out work close to live electricity equipment.

How to cut costs

Locating your meter position as close as possible to  our incoming service connection will reduce the cable length and the cost of your connection.

You may be able to carry out the excavation and reinstatement of cable trenches in private propertu which helps keep costs down.