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.

Did California's rule on solar power installers have unintended consequences?

California is sued over its rule on solar power installers, specifically a restriction on who can install batteries on solar units. Recent actions may have had unintended consequences, according to a state licensing official. A house in Los Angeles outfitted with rooftop solar panels. (Philip Cheung for The New York Times)

Are solar panels a viable option?

However, some states still make installing solar panels functionally impossible by creating laws with “reasonable restrictions,” such as increased taxing, energy caps, or even billing solar panel users. Combine these laws with a lack of incentive programs, and solar panels are not viable for homeowners in many states.

Why are prosecutors investigating rooftop solar?

Across the country, prosecutors are investigating high-pressure sales tactics and misleading financing arrangements. Some customers say they were victims of fraud and forgery. This threatens rooftop solar’s impressive momentum. Now, some solar companies are working to repair the industry’s reputation.

Does rooftop solar have a fraud problem?

Rooftop solar has a fraud problem. The industry is working to build back trust A crew installs a solar array on the roof of a home in Frankfort, Ky., in 2023. PHILADELPHIA — The solar power industry is booming and that growth helps the world meet its climate goals by replacing fossil fuels.

Should you install solar panels on Your House?

There are a lot of good reasons to install solar panels on your house. If your state generates most of its electricity from fossil fuels, producing your own power from the sun will reduce your contribution to climate change. And solar panels can save money on utility bills. But they aren’t for everyone.