Missouri City vs Richmond

Do I need a permit to install rooftop solar in Missouri City?

Yes. Both building and electrical permits are required, along with structural and electrical plan reviews before installation begins.

Can I install solar panels myself as a homeowner?

Structural attachment work may be done by the homeowner, but electrical connections must be performed by a licensed electrician.

Do I need a permit to install solar panels in Richmond?

Yes. The Richmond Building Department requires both a building permit and an electrical permit before any rooftop or ground-mount solar PV system is installed, regardless of system size.

How do I apply for a Richmond solar permit?

Applications are submitted online through the MyGovernmentOnline portal at mgoconnect.org. Most installers handle the submission, including structural and electrical plan sets and inverter specifications.

What inspections are required?

Richmond requires at minimum a rough inspection of structural attachments and wiring before close-up and a final inspection after commissioning to verify code compliance and rapid shutdown labeling.