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This chapter applied to a electric utilities defining when and under what circumstances their customers may master- meter tenants of the customer. (7-1-24)
IDAPA 31.26.01 § 001 (Rule 1) establishes the scope of Idaho's rules governing electric utilities that use a master-meter arrangement to serve tenants. Specifically, it defines the conditions under which a utility customer—typically a landlord or property owner—is permitted to meter and bill electricity to tenants collectively through a single master meter rather than individual meters. This provision sets the boundaries for the entire chapter that follows, signaling which utilities and arrangements fall within its reach.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under IDAPA 31.26.01 § 001, property owners or managers who receive electric service through a utility and then distribute or bill that electricity to tenants are subject to the rules laid out in this chapter. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the full scope of this chapter to understand when master-metering is permissible and what obligations attach to that arrangement. Staying informed about Idaho's utility commission requirements helps operators avoid arrangements that fall outside the permitted circumstances described in the chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
IDAPA 31.26.01 § 001 signals that tenants who receive electricity through a master-meter setup—where a landlord or property owner is the utility's direct customer—have protections and rights addressed within this chapter. Tenants in such arrangements may want to review the broader chapter to understand what rules apply to how their electricity is measured and billed. General enforcement paths can include contacting the Idaho Public Utilities Commission or a local tenant-rights organization to learn more about applicable protections.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
Generated October 22, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.
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