Solar Energy in Jefferson County, KY (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Jefferson County, Kentucky.

Verified from official government sources

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

Panel Permits

Louisville Metro requires a building and electrical permit for residential rooftop solar installations under the 2018 Kentucky Residential Code and 2017 NEC, with LG&E net metering available under KRS 278.465–466 and Kentucky PSC Order in Case No. 2020-00350.

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Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

HOA Restrictions

Kentucky's KRS 381.620 (enacted 1979) blocks deed restrictions from prohibiting reasonable solar energy systems, but HOAs in Jefferson County retain authority to impose reasonable aesthetic conditions on placement, color, and screening.

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Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Solar Energy by City in Jefferson County

1 cities in Jefferson County have their own solar energy rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

LouisvillePop. 628,594

2 verified rules • HOA Restrictions, Panel Permits

All Jefferson County ordinances

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