2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Scott County, Minnesota.
Verified from official government sources
Scott County and its cities require building and electrical permits for solar installations. Minnesota law protects solar access through zoning and recordable solar easements, and net metering credits excess generation.
MN Stat. §500.30, subd. 2
Any property owner may grant a solar or wind easement in the same manner and with the same effect as a conveyance of an interest in real property.
Minnesota protects solar access through zoning but has no statute overriding HOA covenants. In Scott County's associations, recorded covenants may still restrict or bar rooftop solar, so check your CC&Rs first.
1 cities in Scott County have their own solar energy rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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