Panel Permits: Mount Vernon vs Yonkers

What permit do I need for rooftop solar in Mount Vernon?

A NYS Unified Solar Permit through the Building Department, plus a separate electrical permit, for systems 25 kW or smaller.

Can I install my own solar panels in Mount Vernon?

No. Installation must be performed by a licensed electrician, and a separate electrical permit is required on top of the Unified Solar Permit.

How do I connect solar to the grid in Mount Vernon?

Interconnection goes through Con Edison under NY Public Service Commission standardized procedures — your installer typically handles the application.

Do I need a permit to install rooftop solar in Yonkers?

Yes. Yonkers Building Department issues solar permits under the NYS Unified Solar Permit program. You'll also need Con Edison interconnection approval before operating the system.

Does Yonkers solar qualify for a property tax exemption?

Yes. Yonkers historically participates in the NY Real Property Tax Law §487 solar tax exemption, a local opt-in that can exclude the added value of your PV system from property taxes.

Can I install a solar system larger than 25 kW in Yonkers?

Yes, but systems over 25 kW fall outside the streamlined NYS Unified Solar Permit and trigger additional Con Edison interconnection review on top of standard Yonkers Building Department permits.