Electric gate information

Please read the following information to find out more about existing and new gates, restricted access switch (RAS) locations, customer responsibilities, installation guidelines and SRP responsibilities.

Existing electric gates

For customers with existing electric entry gates, SRP provides the RAS at no charge for the customer's gate installer to install. SRP in addition will pay up to $150 to the customers preferred gate company or technician for each RAS installation.

Customer(s) are required to install the RAS within 90 days of receiving written notification from SRP. If a customer fails to comply within 90 days of notification, the customer assumes responsibility for all the costs associated with purchasing and installing the RAS assembly(s) on each existing main or guest entrance gate and restricted exit gate(s). SRP will not provide the RAS(s) nor pay for the installation(s) if the deadline is not met.

New construction

When submitting plans to SRP, the customer must identify all proposed electric gates and their locations. The RAS costs will be included with the upfront costs paid by the customer. The SRP Design office will give the RAS to the customer upfront after the customer has read and signed the addendum agreeing to abide by the installation requirements of the RAS attached to their contract with SRP. If the RAS is not installed by the time gates are operational, SRP will charge an additional re-inspection fee.

The requirements for new construction will also apply to any electric gates added by customers to their property after Jan. 1, 2006.

Preferred location for RAS

photo example of an RAS installationThe guidelines below describe the preferred location for the RAS. Please refer to the photos for examples.

  • The installation must not obstruct, impede, inhibit, or block the operation of existing or proposed placement of gate operation devices for the local Fire Department, Police Department and the U.S. Postal Service.
  • For aesthetics purposes, typical pedestals will allow for the installation of the RAS in a location that is less conspicuous.
  • The preferred installation is on the right side of the pedestal behind the telephone entry system.

For approval of non-standard installations due to the design of the pedestals, contact SRP at (602) 236-8833.

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