Solar Energy in Nassau County, FL (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Nassau County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

Panel Permits

In unincorporated Nassau County, solar energy systems are a permitted accessory use under Land Development Code § 28.15. Roof-mounted panels on a residential structure cannot rise more than two feet above the existing roofline, and ground-mounted arrays must meet the same setbacks required for any other accessory structure in that zoning district.

Nassau County Solar Panel Installation Rules

Some Restrictions

Nassau County Land Development Code § 28.15(D)(6)

(6)Solar energy systems. When affixed to a residential structure shall be roof mounted, not to exceed two (2) feet above existing roof line. Ground mounted systems are subject to applicable setbacks for accessory structures.

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