Solar Energy in York County, SC (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in York County, South Carolina.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of York County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
HOA Restrictions
South Carolina has no solar access law. Unlike Texas, Florida, or California, no statute stops a homeowners association in York County from restricting or banning rooftop solar. A properly recorded covenant that limits panels is enforceable here.
York County Solar Panel HOA Rules
Some RestrictionsS.C. Code § 27-30-130
Except as otherwise provided in this section, in order to be enforceable, a homeowners association's governing documents must be recorded in the clerk of court's, Register of Mesne Conveyance (RMC), or register of deeds office in the county where the property is located.
Solar Energy by City in York County
1 cities in York County have their own solar energy rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
All York County ordinances
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