haarlemAug 31, 2026, 12:00

Applications for grid capacity for construction projects

Haarlem is urging developers and school boards to apply for electrical grid capacity as the network becomes increasingly constrained. Starting in October 2026, a new regulation will allow earlier applications for planned housing and education projects to help secure necessary connections.

The city of Haarlem is encouraging project developers, housing associations, and school boards to apply for electricity grid capacity as the network faces increasing congestion. Due to limited space for new connections, many requests are currently being placed on a waiting list by grid operators. To address this, a new regulation starting on October 1, 2026, allows municipalities to request grid capacity earlier for housing and education construction projects planned within the next ten years.

To participate in this process, eligible parties must submit their projects by September 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM. While the municipality will actively work to secure the necessary grid space, the final allocation remains at the discretion of the grid operator. Interested organizations are advised to register through the official municipal website to improve the chances of obtaining a timely connection for their future developments.

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