Early Application for Electrical Service Connections for Residential Construction and Schools

The “apply for an electrical connection in advance” procedure applies only to new construction projects (ranging from a single-family home to an entire residential neighborhood) and educational institutions. Other applications and buildings will also be processed by the grid operator, but that is outside the scope of this procedure. 

We know that registering your housing project is a time-consuming task. Nevertheless, we ask that you do so. Otherwise, there is a risk that a new home will not be connected to the power grid.

Why is it necessary to apply early?

All municipalities in the Netherlands have been instructed by the national government to include housing projects for the next 10 years in their “ Map ” plans. This is being done in accordance with the national “apply for electricity connections earlier” policy. This policy will take effect on October 1, 2026. 

This assessment provides grid operators with earlier insight into expected electricity demand. This allows them to better account for this demand when planning and allocating available capacity on the power grid. 

Prioritize Requests

In addition to the application for transmission capacity, we can submit a separate application for priority to Liander. Additional supporting documents are required for this. The frequently asked questions section lists the additional information you can submit for this purpose. If Liander grants priority, the application will be moved up on the waiting list. Being granted priority does not guarantee that capacity will be available immediately.

When is your project eligible?

The “apply for an electrical connection in advance” procedure applies only to new construction projects (ranging from a single-family home to an entire residential neighborhood) and educational institutions.

You can submit your project as:

• you are a business or private-sector initiator or project developer; 
• you build one or more homes over the next 10 years (through December 31, 2036); 
• you haven't yet requested a power connection from the utility company. 

Have you already been in contact with the municipality regarding your project? For example, because you’ve applied for an environmental permit or plan to do so soon? Even in that case, you must submit a separate application for “early application for a power connection.” 

Register by September 29, 2026, at the latest

Please submit your project to us as soon as possible. No later than Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Projects submitted after this date will not be included in the prioritization process. 

In order to process your application, please download the forms, fill them out, sign them, and send them along with the attachments toRinze.Bargerbos@opsterland.nl

Download these forms and fill them out:

1. Application Form (PDF) (including statement and signature)
2. Board Statement (PDF)
3. Supporting documents requested on the application form.

Be sure to include the following in your email:

1. Your name
2. Your contact information
3. The name and location of the project
4. Whether your application concerns a housing project or an educational project
5. And attach all the completed documents: the application form, the board statement, and any additional attachments.

Only complete applications will be considered.

More Information and Questions

Do you have questions about the “apply for an electrical connection in advance” process or about submitting your project? If so, please first check the answers to the frequently asked questions and the information on these websites: 

• VNG:“Submit Applications Earlier” in the Planning Process (external link)
• Liander:Apply Early (external link)
• Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations:Guide to Applying for Grid Capacity in Advance for Housing Projects (external link)
• Local Policy Guidelines (PDF)

Can't find your answer here? Please send an email toRinze.Bargerbos@opsterland.nl. 

We aim to respond to your inquiry within 3 business days