Residential members
Members are allowed a heat exemption November-April if the primary source of heating (source which heats the largest square footage of home) is electric.
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MN: Fill out, sign, and return the residential exemption form to ECE. To find out if you qualify, visit the MN Department of Revenue website and search for 157 Fact Sheet.
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WI: Residential accounts in WI are automatically exempt from sales tax November-April.
Commercial members
Electricity used by industry to produce retail items is exempt from state sales tax if the power is used directly in the production process. The exemption does not include electricity used for space heating and lighting. However, electricity for operating air compressors, instrumentation and control systems, and production machinery is exempt.
Looking for a sales tax exemption form for industrial/agricultural production? Forms for each state (below) include instructions and clarifications as to eligibility and requirements.
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MN: Fill out, sign, and return the ST3 exemption form to ECE.
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WI: Fill out, sign, and return the exemption form to ECE.
Forms can be emailed to [email protected] or via mail to:
ECE
PO Box 39
Braham, MN 55006
Please note: While ECE can provide usage history and/or load profiles, we cannot provide tax advice. If you have tax-related questions, please consult your tax advisor.