Is installing solar panels illegal in any state?

Technically, no state outlaws or bans solar panels; quite the opposite. Most states have solar access laws that forbid any agreement, covenant, condition, bylaw, or contract that outlaws or limits solar installations by Homeowners Associations (HOA) or other municipal bodies.

Are solar panels legal?

In fact, the government has been supporting solar panels by providing support and financial incentives. Certain homeowners associations (HOAs) prohibit solar panel installations, but these are generally illegal and unenforceable. Generally, you may assume that solar panel installations are acceptable, even encouraged by the government.

Are solar access laws illegal?

With that being said, unpermitted systems are illegal to operate in many American jurisdictions, even in states with solar access laws. What is the difference between solar access laws and solar easement laws?

Do you need a license to install solar panels?

The regulations and procedures for solar licensing are consistently changing as solar technology develops, securing those with licenses stay up to date on the safest, most efficient way to install solar panels. At Blue Raven Solar, our licensed installers are well versed in solar technology. What Types of Solar Licenses are There?

Can HOAs ban solar panels?

In short, HOAs cannot ban installations of any solar energy device. Still, they may regulate it on aspects such as approving only certain types of solar energy devices, providing maintenance, and requiring homeowners to apply for approval before installing solar panels.

Does Pennsylvania have solar access laws?

Pennsylvania does not have any solar access laws. Although Rhode Island residents can create solar easements, there are no statewide solar access laws that HOAs must follow. There are no solar access laws that restrict HOA power in South Carolina. South Dakotans can establish solar easements, but there are not any access laws in place statewide.