Hoa Rules For Solar Panels In Massachusetts
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In Massachusetts, similar to states like California and Texas, legislation exists that supports homeowners' rights to solar panels. These “Solar Access Rights” are designed to prevent HOAs from outright denying the installation of solar systems, promoting residential energy conservation.
Massachusetts also prohibits restrictions on solar devices, voiding "any provision in an instrument relative to the ownership or use of real property which purports to forbid or unreasonably restrict the installation or use of a solar energy system ... or the building of structures that facilitate the collection of ...
Massachusetts. Massachusetts law Chapter 40A states that “no zoning ordinance or by-law shall prohibit or unreasonably regulate the installation of solar energy systems or the building of structures that facilitate the collection of solar energy, except where necessary to protect the public health, safety or welfare.
In all Massachusetts towns and cities, you need a building permit and an electrical permit to a home solar system. If you want to connect your solar energy system to the electric grid, as most rooftop solar users do, you will need an interconnection approval, too.
In Massachusetts, roofing projects require a permit from the local building department before commencing work. Permitting ensures that the roofing work meets the state and local safety codes and helps to protect the homeowner's investment in the property.
Remember that the solar installer needs to be licensed to operate in Massachusetts and have a licensed electrician for the electrical work. Many installers also have certifications from organizations like the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP).
If you want to solar panels in Massachusetts, you will need a solar permit. Like most states, Massachusetts has laws and regulations in place to ensure home solar panels are safely installed and properly connected to the electric grid. Boston Solar makes it easy to get a solar permit in Massachusetts.
