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Theoretically optimal location of a distribution substation

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Hello, 
I have the following problem with the preliminary design stage of a residential area:

The software I use can calculate a theoretically optimal location of a distribution substation for low-voltage networks. This place is calculated as a "center of power demand" or "center of gravity" of electrical consumers.

If the substation locates in this optimal place, we can design 0.4kV distribution feeders with a minimum length and power losses in low-voltage feeders are minimal. 

I understand it’s almost impossible to put it exactly there, and I consider some sites nearby. But the architect believes that this is unacceptable in terms of landscape design and wants to place the substation in a far corner.

Who should be the arbiter in this situation?  DNO representative takes a neutral position.  Local authorities are completely on architect side, they do not care that long power cables will heat the atmosphere for many years to come.

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    I cannot comment technically, but what I would say is that substations are not a blight on the landscape. My local one is two houses away and open air. I think that I know where they all are locally, but some have been difficult to spot - behind fences just like gardens. In a new development (now two years old) they are in small brick buildings which look like small garages.


    The gas equivalent used to be underground, but now lives in a hut. It has been concealed by shrubs.


    Any decent architect should be capable of making a substation aesthetically acceptable.


    Who should be the arbiter must be a matter of local law, but I support Alex's position.
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    I cannot comment technically, but what I would say is that substations are not a blight on the landscape. My local one is two houses away and open air. I think that I know where they all are locally, but some have been difficult to spot - behind fences just like gardens. In a new development (now two years old) they are in small brick buildings which look like small garages.


    The gas equivalent used to be underground, but now lives in a hut. It has been concealed by shrubs.


    Any decent architect should be capable of making a substation aesthetically acceptable.


    Who should be the arbiter must be a matter of local law, but I support Alex's position.
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