Solar Energy in Hampton, VA (2026)
1 verified solar energy rules for Hampton, Virginia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Panel Permits
Hampton allows solar energy equipment as a permitted use in every zoning district; freestanding panels are capped at 16 feet, must sit at least 15 feet from side and rear lines, and cannot go in the front yard.
Hampton Solar Panel Permit Rules
Some RestrictionsHampton Zoning Ordinance § 1-29(5)-(6)
(5)(a) Solar energy equipment shall be a permitted use in all zoning districts. (b) For freestanding solar energy equipment, a survey...showing the location of the structure...and all applicable setbacks will be required. (6)(a)(i) Solar panels may be located on any roof...up to five (5) feet above the roof surface... (ii) Freestanding solar energy equipment shall be limited to a height of sixt...