New York's Unified Solar Permit and Real Property Law section 335-b limit how municipalities may regulate residential solar installations, ensuring permit access statewide.
Energy Law and the Uniform Code require building and electrical permits for solar PV systems. The state-promoted Unified Solar Permit, adopted by hundreds of localities, standardizes review for systems under 25 kW. Real Property Law section 335-b voids unreasonable HOA solar restrictions. Municipalities may impose reasonable safety and aesthetic conditions but cannot effectively prohibit solar where the Uniform Code permits it.
Local denials inconsistent with the Uniform Code or section 335-b can be challenged in Article 78 proceedings. Unpermitted installations face stop-work orders and removal until permits are obtained.
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