On November 12, 2021, Dominion Energy filed its application for this project with the SCC. The SCC issued its Final Order approving the project on August 31, 2022.

The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) has regulatory authority over all energy providers in Virginia and requires certification for all transmission lines out of the ordinary course of doing business. Among other responsibilities, the SCC validates the need for a proposed line and approves the route and structures. In reviewing a proposed project, the SCC must consider whether potential impacts on scenic assets, historic districts and the environment have been reasonably minimized.

To learn more, please view our SCC application review process.

• Application Volume 1 of 2
• Application Volume 2 of 2 (Part 1)
• Application Volume 2 of 2 (Part 2)
• Final Order