Solar Energy in Dallas County, TX (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 9 cities in Dallas County, Texas.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Dallas County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Panel Permits

No county permit specifically for solar panel installation on residential properties. TX Property Code Section 202.010 protects homeowners from HOA bans on solar devices. Utility interconnection approval required for grid-tied systems.

Unincorporated Dallas County Solar Panel Permits

Few Restrictions

Tex. Prop. Code Sec. 202.010(a),(b) — Regulation of Solar Energy Devices

Sec. 202.010. REGULATION OF SOLAR ENERGY DEVICES. (a) In this section: (1) "Development period" means a period stated in a declaration during which a declarant reserves: (A) a right to facilitate the development, construction, and marketing of the subdivision; and (B) a right to direct the size, shape, and composition of the subdivision ... (2) "Solar energy device" has the meaning assigned by ...

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HOA Restrictions

TX Property Code Section 202.010 prohibits HOAs from banning solar energy devices. HOAs may require prior approval but cannot unreasonably deny. Solar roof tiles included per HB 431 (2025). Ground-mounted systems may face limited restrictions.

Unincorporated Dallas County Solar HOA Restrictions

Few Restrictions

Tex. Prop. Code Sec. 202.010 (Regulation of Solar Energy Devices)

Sec. 202.010. REGULATION OF SOLAR ENERGY DEVICES. (a) In this section:(1) "Development period" means a period stated in a declaration during which a declarant reserves:(A) a right to facilitate the development, construction, and marketing of the subdivision; and(B) a right to direct the size, shape, and composition of the subdivision.(1-a) "Residential unit" means a structure or part of ...

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