Solar Access Law

August 15, 2024

Summary

DC law prohibits homeowners association, condominium owners association, or cooperative housing association from unreasonably prohibiting a member from installing a solar system on their roof. They may, however, establish reasonable guidelines, other than aesthetic guidelines, on the installation and use of a solar energy collection device for the purposes of preventing nuisance to other owners or members of the association.

Program Overview

Implementing Sector:	State
Category:	Regulatory Policy
State:	District of Columbia
Incentive Type:	Solar/Wind Access Policy
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Administrator:
Start Date:
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:	Solar Photovoltaics

Authorities

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D.C. Code § 8–1774.51

This information is sourced from DSIRE; the most comprehensive source of information on incentives and policies that support renewables and energy efficiency in the United States. Established in 1995, DSIRE is operated by the N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center at N.C. State University.