HOA Restrictions: Clovis vs Selma

Can my Clovis HOA deny solar panels?

Only if restrictions don't increase cost over $1,000 or decrease output by 10%+. CA Civil Code §714 prevents unreasonable restrictions and imposes $1,000 penalty on violating HOAs.

How long does a Clovis HOA have to approve my solar application?

45 days under CA Civil Code §714.1. If the HOA fails to respond within that window, the application is deemed approved automatically.

Does Clovis offer expedited solar permitting?

Yes. Under AB 2188, Clovis Building Division uses a streamlined permit process for small residential rooftop solar systems, typically issuing over-the-counter or same-day permits.

Can my Selma HOA deny my solar panel installation?

No. California's Solar Rights Act prohibits HOAs from effectively banning solar energy systems. Your HOA may require architectural review and impose reasonable aesthetic standards, but cannot deny your application outright or impose conditions that increase cost by more than $1,000 or reduce efficiency by more than 10 percent.

How long does my HOA have to review a solar application?

Your HOA must complete its review within 45 days of receiving a complete application. If the HOA fails to act within 45 days, the application is automatically deemed approved under state law.

What can I do if my HOA unreasonably restricts my solar panels?

You can challenge the restriction in court. CC&R provisions that conflict with the Solar Rights Act are void and unenforceable. The prevailing party in such disputes may recover attorney fees under Civil Code Section 714(e).