California Civil Code §714 (Solar Rights Act) preempts most HOA restrictions on rooftop solar in Vineyard. HOAs cannot prohibit solar or impose conditions that increase cost by more than $1,000 or reduce efficiency by more than 10%.
The California Solar Rights Act (Civil Code §714) preempts HOA covenants that prohibit or unreasonably restrict residential solar PV/thermal installations. HOAs may impose only 'reasonable restrictions' that don't increase total cost more than $1,000 OR reduce energy production more than 10% (whichever is greater - per AB 2188 thresholds). HOAs must approve or deny within 45 days; denial requires written justification under §714(d). Aesthetic restrictions on panel placement are limited.
HOA willful violation: $1,000 per day civil penalty under Civil Code §714(f). Homeowner may seek injunction and attorney's fees.
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