Solar Access Rights by State
Whether the state protects solar easements, prohibits HOAs from banning rooftop solar, and caps the restrictions HOAs may impose.
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| Easement Protected | HOA Cannot Ban | Cap on Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable rules |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable rules |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | Solar Rights Act |
| Yes | Yes | CRS §38-30-168 |
| Yes | Limited | Reasonable rules |
| Yes | Yes | Reasonable rules |
| Yes | Yes | Stat §163.04 |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | HRS §196-7 |
| No | Limited | Local only |
| Yes | Yes | Solar Rights Act |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | Iowa §564A |
| No | No | None |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | RS §9:1255 |
| Yes | Yes | 33 MRS §1421 |
| Yes | Yes | Real Prop §2-119 |
| Yes | Yes | G.L. c.40A §3 |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | Stat §500.30 |
| No | No | None |
| No | No | None |
| No | No | None |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | NRS §111.239 |
| Yes | Yes | RSA §477:49 |
| Yes | Yes | NJSA §45:22A-48.2 |
| Yes | Yes | NMSA §3-18-32 |
| Yes | Limited | RPL §335-b |
| Yes | Yes | GS §22B-20 |
| No | No | None |
| No | No | None |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | ORS §105.880 |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | RIGL §34-40.1 |
| Yes | Yes | SC §27-1-30 |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | TCA §66-9-205 |
| Yes | Yes | Prop §202.010 |
| Yes | Yes | UCA §57-8a-801 |
| Yes | Yes | 24 VSA §4413 |
| Yes | Yes | VA §67-701 |
| Yes | Yes | RCW §64.38.055 |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | Stat §66.0401 |
| No | No | None |
| Yes | Yes | DC §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.