Sec. 227.3. Application for approval

(a) An application for approval shall be filed by the first utility intending to use the meter or accessory in New York with the secretary to the commission, in accordance with the requirements of section 3.5 of this Title.

(b) An application for approval shall contain:

(1) name and address of applicant;

(2) name and address of manufacturer;

(3) manufacturer's type designation;

(4) complete technical description covering construction details, materials and principles of operation;

(5) test data observed and/or prepared by the applicant;

(6) test data certified by the manufacturer;

(7) photographs (8 × 10 inches, exploded view) and/or manufacturer's drawings;

(8) the general customer category or specific application for which the utility intends to use the meter or accessory; and

(9) the approximate cost per unit.