Solar Energy in Kent County, DE (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Kent County, Delaware.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Kent County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Panel Permits
Kent County requires a $100 building permit for roof-mounted solar panels and sets zoning standards for both roof- and ground-mounted systems under § 205-73.A. Roof-mounted arrays must stay within the district's height limit; ground-mounted systems are capped at 20 feet, must sit at least five feet from side and rear lines, and cannot be the property's principal use.
Kent County Solar Panel Permit Rules
Some RestrictionsKent County Code § 205-73.A(1)
A. Accessory small-scale solar and wind energy systems. (1) Small-scale solar energy systems. (a) Roof-mounted solar systems shall comply with the building height of the zoning district where the system is installed as well as applicable provisions of the International Residential Code. (b) Ground-mounted solar systems shall: [1] Only be located within the side or rear yards unless the structur...
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