5.3.3 Distribution Impact Studies

5.3.3.1 Any User applying for connection or a modification of an existing connection to the Distribution System shall take all necessary measures to ensure that its proposed connection or modification shall not result in the Degradation of the Distribution System.

5.3.3.2 The Distributor shall conduct Distribution Impact Studies to evaluate the impact of the proposed connection or modification to an existing connection on the Distribution System. The evaluation shall include the following:

(a) Impact of short circuit infeed to the Distribution Equipment;

(b) Coordination of protection System; and

(c) Impact of User Development on Power Quality.

5.3.3.3 The Distributor may disapprove an application for connection or a modification of an existing connection to the Distribution System if it is determined through the Distribution Impact Studies that the proposed connection or modification will result in the Degradation of the Distribution System.