Can a new CISR Form be submitted using an older version of the CISR Form?
No. Prior versions of the form are invalid and will be rejected. Download the latest version of the form here.
How long does it take to process a CISR request?
Typically, within 10 business days. If there are errors in the form, your request will be rejected, and a corrected form must be submitted. Resubmissions will be processed within 10 business days.
Are there other ways to obtain customer data?
Yes. Learn about more ways to access energy usage data here (e.g., Green Button Connect and Portfolio Manager®)
If a third-party agent needs to update their mailing information, who should they contact?
If the third-party agent mailing address listed in the CISR Form needs to be updated, the third-party agent may email the 3rd Party Authorizations inbox at 3rdparty@sce.com.
What are the payment methods?
Check (or ACH/wire instructions, available upon request).
How will these fees be billed?
For authorized third-parties using CISR Form 14-796 other than ESP and CCA entities, an invoice will be issued within 30 days of a CISR request processing. Invoices will be sent to the third-party agent mailing address listed in the CISR Form. After the initial invoice, the third-party will continue to receive monthly invoices showing their current balance. For ESP and CCA entities, billing will occur automatically through monthly supplier invoices through current processes.
Why is SCE charging these fees?
The CPUC approved CISR fees for SCE to recover the costs of providing CISR services.
How much are CISR fees?
Effective October 1, 2025, fees will apply to requests using CISR Form 14-796 (CISR Form). These fees will be charged to the authorized third-party (agent) according to CPUC approved tariff schedules: Schedule CISR-SF; Schedule ESP-DSF; and Schedule CCA-INFO. For each CISR Form submission, there will be a $9.00 CISR base processing fee. For CISR Option 1-8 (on CISR Form 14-796) fulfillment, fees range from $7.00-$35.00 per service account. Additionally, for CISR Option 1 on CISR Form 14-796, there is no charge for the first two fulfillments in a 12-month period per service account. See the chart below.
Summary of CISR Fees - Effective October 1, 2025
| Tariff Schedule | Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CISR-SF | CISR - Base Processing Fee | $9.00 per form submission |
| Non-Interval Meter Usage Data Fee (CISR Opt 1-4, 8)* | $19.00 per service account | |
| Interval Meter Usage Data Fee (CISR Opt 5) | $9.00 per service account | |
| Rate Analysis Fee (CISR Opt 6) | $35.00 per service account | |
| Rate Change Fee (CISR Opt 7) | $16.00 per service account | |
| ESP-DSF | CISR - Base Processing Fee | $9.00 per form submission |
| Non-Interval Meter Usage Data Fee (CISR Opt 1-4, 8)* | $7.00 per service account | |
| Interval Meter Usage Data Fee (CISR Opt 5) | $9.00 per service account | |
| CCA-INFO | CISR - Base Processing Fee | $9.00 per form submission |
| Non-Interval Meter Usage Data Fee (CISR Opt 1-4, 8)* | $7.00 per service account | |
| Interval Meter Usage Data Fee (CISR Opt 5) | $9.00 per service account |
*For CISR Option 1 on CISR Form 14-796, there is no charge for the first two fulfillments in a 12-month period per service account.
What is the CISR Form 14-796?
CISR Form 14-796 (CISR Form) is used to authorize a third-party to receive customer information or to act on a customer’s behalf for certain transactions. This form is designed to protect the privacy rights of SCE customers; therefore, this form must be completed in its entirety by the SCE customer and the agent. Any alterations to the CISR Form after it has been executed by the SCE customer will render the CISR Form null and void. Download the latest version of the form here.
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