Ownership

Westpower is responsible for the electricity distribution network, while property owners are responsible for the assets within their property boundaries, provided that the equipment serves only that property.

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Glossary for the Electricity Sector

Within your property boundaries, there may be multiple types of equipment and ownership may vary depending on easements present.

Please refer to Westpower’s Network Connection Standard for clarification of ownership and responsibilities.

There may be some instances where ownership varies from the examples provided in the Network Connection Standard.

If you have any specific questions regarding ownership of equipment on your property, please contact us on 03 768 9300 or email info@westpower.co.nz

If you require more information on easements, please visit our Easements page.