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Solar Access Rights by State

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026

Whether the state protects solar easements, prohibits HOAs from banning rooftop solar, and caps the restrictions HOAs may impose.

50 States2 data columnsLast updated: May 2026

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Easement ProtectedHOA Cannot BanCap on Restrictions
NoNoNone
YesYesReasonable rules
YesYesReasonable rules
NoNoNone
YesYesSolar Rights Act
YesYesCRS §38-30-168
YesLimitedReasonable rules
YesYesReasonable rules
YesYesStat §163.04
NoNoNone
YesYesHRS §196-7
NoLimitedLocal only
YesYesSolar Rights Act
NoNoNone
YesYesIowa §564A
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
YesYesRS §9:1255
YesYes33 MRS §1421
YesYesReal Prop §2-119
YesYesG.L. c.40A §3
NoNoNone
YesYesStat §500.30
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
YesYesNRS §111.239
YesYesRSA §477:49
YesYesNJSA §45:22A-48.2
YesYesNMSA §3-18-32
YesLimitedRPL §335-b
YesYesGS §22B-20
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
NoNoNone
YesYesORS §105.880
NoNoNone
YesYesRIGL §34-40.1
YesYesSC §27-1-30
NoNoNone
YesYesTCA §66-9-205
YesYesProp §202.010
YesYesUCA §57-8a-801
YesYes24 VSA §4413
YesYesVA §67-701
YesYesRCW §64.38.055
NoNoNone
YesYesStat §66.0401
NoNoNone
YesYesDC §6-1451

The federal Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA) requires utilities to interconnect qualifying solar facilities. State law generally controls whether HOAs may regulate aesthetics or placement of solar panels. Net metering policies vary widely and are not addressed in this table.

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.