Behind the Fence Connections - Process and Templates

Behind the Fence (BTF) projects are those projects that involve work to an existing industrial load or generation site and require no physical change to the transmission connection. Sites usually have, but are not limited to, those which have obtained an industrial site designation. The work at the site can drive changes to the contract, however, should a change to the transmission connection be required, the project then must go through the connection process.

BTF projects will require a Preliminary Assessment Application form to be submitted, along with the outlined technical data. No application fee is required for these projects. As outlined in the BTF process, the majority of the requirements are data submissions in order to ensure that the AESO models reflect the appropriate details surrounding connections to the AIES. The AESO reserves the right to require an applicant to submit a Preliminary Assessment Application in the event the AESO determines that physical work or an upgrade is required.

Should a contract change be required as a result of the project the Commercial Services group will contact you.