Solar Energy in Worcester County, MD (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Worcester County, Maryland.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Worcester County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Panel Permits
In unincorporated Worcester County, Maryland, minor solar energy systems are permitted in every zoning district under § ZS 1-344(d), subject to the setback and height limits of the principal structure. Major systems go through major site plan review, and utility systems follow a two-step review that finishes the first step before the second begins.
Worcester County MD Solar Panel Permit Rules
Some RestrictionsWorcester County Code § ZS 1-344(d)
(d) Solar energy system or heating equipment. Solar energy systems and solar energy heating equipment shall be permitted subject to the following conditions and limitations: (1) Minor solar energy systems and solar energy heating equipment shall be permitted in all zoning districts subject to the following requirements: ... B. Minor solar energy systems may be attached to or a part of a princip...
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