Missouri law (RSMo §442.012) protects homeowners' rights to install solar energy systems by limiting HOA restrictions on solar panels. HOAs in Kansas City cannot prohibit solar installations outright but may impose reasonable aesthetic standards that do not significantly increase cost or decrease system efficiency.
Under RSMo §442.012, any covenant, restriction, or condition in a deed or HOA agreement that effectively prohibits the installation of a solar energy system is void and unenforceable. HOAs may establish reasonable architectural guidelines for placement and appearance, but cannot require changes that would reduce the system's efficiency by more than 10% or increase the cost by more than $1,000. The law applies to both roof-mounted and ground-mounted systems. Homeowners should still submit plans to their HOA for architectural review per their community's governing documents.
HOA restrictions that effectively prohibit solar panels are unenforceable under state law. Homeowners who believe their HOA is imposing unreasonable solar restrictions may pursue legal action under RSMo §442.012. Conversely, installing solar without required HOA architectural review may result in fines from the HOA.
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