Following months of review, extensive testimony, and input from the public, the commission approved changes to Dominion's base rates that will amount to a monthly increase of $11.24 in 2026 and an additional $2.36 in 2027 for the average household. Overall, the rates approved by SCC were about 30% lower than what the company asked for in its initial proposal to the commission.

The decision was made as part of a regulatory review of the utility's rates, which occurs every two years.

In a final order, the SCC said it was obligated by law to allow Dominion to "recover reasonable and prudent projected costs and earn a reasonable rate of return."

"In this case, that has resulted in an increase in rates, but not to the extent requested by Dominion," the order stated.

Dominion spokesperson Je

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