Unannotated Code of Maryland (Last Updated: May 16, 2014) |
PUBLIC UTILITIES |
DIVISION I. PUBLIC SERVICES AND UTILITIES |
TITLE 7. GAS, ELECTRIC, AND WATER COMPANIES |
SUBTITLE 2. ELECTRIC GENERATION FACILITY PLANNING |
§ 7-209. Alternatives to construction of transmission lines
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(a) In general. -- The Commission shall examine alternatives to the construction of a new transmission line in a service area, including the use of an existing transmission line of another company, if:
(1) the existing transmission line is convenient to the service area; or
(2) the use of the transmission line will best promote economic and efficient service to the public.
(b) Franchise not a factor. -- In considering the use of an existing transmission line under subsection (a) of this section, the Commission need not consider whether the company that owns the line has a franchise in a service area.