Palm Beach County permits residential rooftop solar via streamlined SolarAPP+ online process. FL §163.04 preempts HOAs from prohibiting solar. Wind-rated mounting required for 170 mph design wind speed.
PBC Building Division uses SolarAPP+ for instant residential solar PV permitting (under 38.4 kW). Standard rooftop systems issued same-day with electronic permit. Florida Building Code requires solar racking rated for 170 mph design wind speed (Risk Category II). FL §163.04 prohibits cities, counties, HOAs, and condos from preventing installation of solar collectors, with reasonable aesthetic restrictions allowed (panel placement may be required on rear-facing roof if performance equivalent). FPL net metering available up to 2 MW per FL PSC Rule 25-6.065.
Unpermitted install: $250 fine plus electrical inspection. HOA solar prohibition: violates FL §163.04, owner can sue for fees and damages.
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