For any questions regarding Residential, Small Commercial, Subdivision, or RV park development New Construction requirements.

Please call 435-414-9610 or email fsr@garkane.com 

FREE Preliminary Cost Estimator

Members planning a new construction project can use Garkane Energy’s Ballpark Estimator to receive a free, non-binding estimate of potential electrical service costs. This tool provides a rough idea of what to expect financially before submitting an application. Please keep in mind that the estimate is for planning purposes only and is not a final quote. If you are ready to move forward with your project with final plans, please see the process below. 

New Construction and Development Application Fee Changes

Effective November 1, 2026, Garkane Energy will implement updated application fees for new construction projects based on the requested electrical service size. The new fee structure is intended to better reflect the costs associated with reviewing applications and coordinating new electrical service installations. These fees are non-refundable and represent the cost to stake and estimate your project. 

The updated fees are as follows:

  • 0–200 amps: $450
  • 201–400 amps: $750
  • 401–600 amps: $1,000
  • 601 + amps: $1,500

The Development Application Fee of $2,500 (plus $100 per lot) is effective immediately, beginning October 9, 2026.

These changes will help Garkane Energy manage the resources required to review new construction and development applications and provide the necessary coordination for new electrical service.

NOTICE:  Due to ongoing manufacturing delays and scarcity of construction materials, the completion of new construction projects may be delayed. Delays on 3-phase transformers are expected to be anywhere from 24-36 months, and we are also expecting similar delays on single-phase transformers anywhere from 6-36 months.

Process to set up power to your property

  • 1. The first step in getting power hooked up to your new construction facility with Garkane is to fill out and sign a "New Construction Application" 

  • 2. Provide a simple site plan, plat map with dimensions, property line, and service location. email fsr@garkane.com (click here for a site plan example)

  • 3. Small Commercial or Irrigation accounts must provide an electric load calculation by an electrical engineer. 

  • 4. Submit an application fee for the service size you are requesting. 
    • 0–200 amps: $450
    • 201–400 amps: $750
    • 401–600 amps: $1,000
    • 601 + amps: $1,500
    • Subdivision Development - $2,500 + $100 per lot
  • Call 435-414-9610 to pay by credit card or visit any office. The engineering fee will go towards expenses such as those incurred as part of the design process. The application for new service will place the applicant's request for service into the New Construction Schedule and will also be used to establish a billing account for the new service.

  • 5. Guide, Workflow, & Timeline for new construction process - Click Here

Handbook & Guidelines 

(A New Construction Handbook is also available for pickup in any Garkane office)