Solar Energy in Kentucky (2026)
7 rules on the books across Kentucky, 4 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Panel Permits
Permits required for installing rooftop or ground-mounted solar panels, including electrical inspections and interconnection approvals.
Kentucky: statewide
StatewideSome RestrictionsKentucky's net metering law guarantees rooftop solar owners a two-way meter and dollar-credit compensation for exported…
Read full rule →Franklin County
Some RestrictionsIn unincorporated Franklin County, Kentucky, a residential solar array carries a $200 building permit fee under §…
Read full rule →Louisville
Some RestrictionsLouisville Metro treats rooftop and freestanding solar arrays as a permitted accessory use in every zoning district…
Read full rule →Mccracken County
Some RestrictionsIn unincorporated McCracken County, Kentucky, rooftop and small ground-mounted solar systems (Level 1) are permitted…
Read full rule →Owensboro
Some RestrictionsIn the City of Owensboro, ground-mounted solar energy systems cannot exceed 20 feet in height, measured from the…
Read full rule →HOA Restrictions
State and local laws that limit what HOAs can restrict when it comes to solar panel installation, placement, and appearance.
Kentucky: statewide
StatewideSignificant RestrictionsKentucky has no solar access law that overrides a homeowners association covenant. The Commonwealth's only statute on…
Read full rule →Louisville
Some RestrictionsKentucky has no solar access law limiting HOA restrictions. KRS 381.200 only authorizes voluntary written solar…
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