Understanding Easements
Why am I being asked to sign an easement?
FPL requires an easement demonstrating your permission for FPL to enter onto your property to install, maintain, repair and/or replace underground power lines and other equipment. An easement must be notarized and witnessed by two people who are not immediate family members. If you need assistance with this process, your FPL customer outreach specialist can help.
How much easement area is required?
The standard easement area for this project is 10 feet by 10 feet. This area provides adequate space to install, maintain, repair and replace electric equipment. In some cases, the easement may be wider depending on the equipment necessary to install.
What does it mean if my property has an underground easement?
An underground easement gives FPL permission to perform work within the easement area. You still retain ownership of the property. You will need to maintain the easement area and your surrounding property to ensure FPL can access its easement.
Can I plant landscaping around the equipment on my property
Landscaping around our equipment is permissible within certain guidelines. Plantings must be at least 3 feet from the back and sides of the equipment and 8 feet from the front. Remember to always call 811 before you dig to ensure your safety and prevent
damage to any underground equipment.
Equipment for Special Circumstances
Wye/Open Delta Bank
Typical dimensions of equipment (low style):
40 inches long by 36 inches wide by 26 inches tall
Underground Switch Cabinet
Typical dimensions of equipment:
67 inches long by 75 inches wide by 50 inches tall
Underground Feeder Splice Box
Typical dimensions of equipment:
120 inches long by 60 inches wide by 41 inches tall
Three Phase Transformer
The dimensions may vary:
49 inches long by 64 inches wide by 47 inches tall or
87 inches long by 100 inches wide by 71 inches tall