5.2.20 Barring Homeowners Associations from Restricting Solar Energy

LPDD Recommendation: “States or the federal government should bar homeowners associations from imposing covenants, conditions or restrictions against solar technologies.”

Connecticut’s SB 4

In May 2022, Connecticut passed legislation addressing government EV fleets, charging rights, and distributed solar rights.

New Mexico’s Solar Rights Act

Serves to prohibit cities from passing ordinances or codes and homeowners' associations from passing covenants that forbid solar installations.