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HOA Restrictions: Hesperia vs Ontario

How do hoa restrictions rules compare between Hesperia, CA and Ontario, CA?

Hesperia and Ontario have similar restriction levels.

Hesperia, CA

San Bernardino County

Few Restrictions

California Civil Code 714 (Solar Rights Act) prohibits HOAs in San Bernardino County from banning solar panels, limiting restrictions to reasonable placement that does not significantly reduce efficiency or raise cost.

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Ontario, CA

San Bernardino County

Few Restrictions

California Civil Code 714 (Solar Rights Act) bars Ontario HOAs from banning rooftop solar, and aesthetic rules cannot add over 1,000 dollars in cost or cut output by more than 10 percent.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactHesperiaOntario
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Statute-Civil Code 714 (Solar Rights)
Cost cap-Max $1,000 added cost
Efficiency-Max 10% output reduction
Review-45 days deemed approved

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Hesperia FAQ

Ontario FAQ

Can my HOA require panels on the back of the roof?

Only if rear placement does not reduce output by more than 10 percent or cost more than 1,000 dollars to install.

What if my HOA ignores my application?

After 45 days with no decision, your application is deemed approved under Civil Code 714 and AB 2188.

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