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Solar Energy in Fontana, CA (2026)

2 verified solar energy rules for Fontana, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Panel Permits

Fontana issues residential solar permits through SolarAPP+ expedited online tool under AB 2188 and AB 1414. Title 24 Part 6 requires solar on most new homes. State-capped permit fees apply.

Fontana Solar Panel Permit Rules

Few Restrictions

California Government Code Section 65850.5 (AB 2188)

65850.5. (a) The implementation of consistent statewide standards to achieve the timely and cost-effective installation of solar energy systems is not a municipal affair, as that term is used in Section 5 of Article XI of the California Constitution, but is instead a matter of statewide concern. It is the intent of the Legislature that local agencies not adopt ordinances that create unreasonabl...

HOA Restrictions

California Civil Code 714 (Solar Rights Act) preempts HOA solar bans in Fontana. HOAs cannot increase cost over $1,000 or cut performance over 10 percent, and must decide applications in 45 days.

Fontana HOA Solar Restrictions

Few Restrictions

California Civil Code Section 714

714. (a) Any covenant, restriction, or condition contained in any deed, contract, security instrument, or other instrument affecting the transfer or sale of, or any interest in, real property, and any provision of a governing document, as defined in Section 4150 or 6552, that effectively prohibits or restricts the installation or use of a solar energy system is void and unenforceable. (b) This ...

Looking for San Bernardino County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Fontana city rules.

Solar Energy in San Bernardino County