§ 4-206. Rate base -- Valuation

MD Pub Util Code § 4-206 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    At any time, the Commission may investigate and determine the fair value of the property of a public service company used and useful in providing service to the public.

(b)    (1)    The valuation:

(i)    is not final until the Commission:

1.    serves on the public service company a copy of the order setting the proposed valuation and the method used to set the valuation; and

2.    allows a reasonable time in which to file a protest; and

(ii)    is final if a protest is not filed within the time specified in the order.

(2)    If a timely protest is filed, the Commission shall enter a final valuation by order after hearing.

(c)    All final valuations are prima facie evidence of value in proceedings under this division.