New prioritisation rules for electricity grid connections starting 2026
From January 2026, new national rules will prioritise electricity grid connections for critical services like hospitals and housing. Residents and SMEs in Voerendaal may face delays for new connections due to grid congestion, impacting home builds and small businesses.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Effective Date | January 1, 2026 (July 1, 2026 for residents and SMEs) |
| Priority Projects | Grid-relieving projects, hospitals, housing, education |
| Affected Parties | Residents, SMEs, new home builders, charging station applicants |
| Grid Operators Involved | TenneT, Enexis |
| Location Impacted | Voerendaal (and other regions with grid congestion) |
| Current Status | Applications may be delayed or placed on a waiting list |
The municipality of Voerendaal oversees local infrastructure and ensures residents and businesses are informed about changes affecting their electricity connections. National grid operators like TenneT and Enexis manage the electricity network but rely on local governments to communicate policy shifts to the public.
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New rules for electricity grid connections
The Dutch electricity grid is under increasing pressure as we use more electricity simultaneously. This sometimes leads to so-called grid congestion: at such times, the network cannot handle enough electricity because the demand for or supply of electricity is too high.
Voerendaal is also facing limited available capacity in the power grid. Grid operators TenneT and Enexis are working on solutions, but until then, requests for new or heavier connections may sometimes be delayed.
To fairly distribute the available space on the electricity grid, a new national prioritisation framework will apply from January 1, 2026. Under this framework, projects that relieve the grid, safety provisions (such as hospitals), and basic facilities such as housing and education will take priority.
From July 1, 2026, residents and SMEs will also be subject to these rules. New applications, for example for homes, charging stations, or small businesses, may then be placed on a waiting list until capacity becomes available again.
The municipality is closely monitoring developments. As soon as more clarity is available on the impact for residents and entrepreneurs in Voerendaal, we will inform you about this.