Are you a homeowner who is interested in installing solar panels on your property? If so, you may be wondering if you need approval from your homeowners association (HOA) before doing so. In this blog post, we will answer that question and explain the process of obtaining HOA approval for solar panels. Keep reading to learn more!

Can your HOA dictate everything you do on your personal property? Not anymore when it comes to solar power. Your HOA may have certain restrictions when it comes to where your panels are placed but in most states it is illegal for them to flat out decline your request for solar panels. Many states have enacted what are called “Solar Access Rights” laws. The purpose of these laws is to prevent homeowner’s associations from banning solar panels and often also prevents them from having contracts that restrict homeowners from installing solar panels on their homes.