Solar Energy in Westchester County, NY (2026)

2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 4 cities in Westchester County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

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

Panel Permits

NYS Unified Solar Permit is used by most Westchester municipalities to streamline residential PV permits (under 25 kW). Westchester County has no separate solar permit.

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Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

HOA Restrictions

NY Real Property Law §335-b limits HOA solar restrictions — HOAs cannot prohibit solar panels, only impose reasonable aesthetic rules that don't significantly decrease efficiency or cost-effectiveness.

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Few Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Solar Energy by City in Westchester County

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

YonkersPop. 211,569

2 verified rules • HOA Restrictions, Panel Permits

New RochellePop. 79,726

2 verified rules • HOA Restrictions, Panel Permits

Mount VernonPop. 73,893

2 verified rules • HOA Restrictions, Panel Permits

White PlainsPop. 59,599

2 verified rules • HOA Restrictions, Panel Permits

All Westchester County ordinances

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