Conditional use permit
Conditional use permit is similar to special use permit and authorizes a use subject to conditions designed to address local impacts. Terminology varies by jurisdiction, so the local code controls.
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Bulk electric system
Bulk electric system generally refers to transmission elements and connected real/reactive power resources at defined voltage and configuration thresholds, excluding local distribution. Whether an asset is BES-relevant can affect reliability standards, studies, and operating requirements.
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Easement
Easement is a legal right to use another person's land for a specific purpose. Data center sites often need easements for transmission, distribution, fiber, access roads, drainage, water, and sewer infrastructure.
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N+1 means the system has the base capacity required for the load plus one additional redundant component or unit. It improves maintainability and resilience, but it is not the same as a fully duplicated system.
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