Solar Energy in Utah (2026)
11 rules on the books across Utah, 9 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.
Utah: statewide
StatewideFew RestrictionsUtah's State Construction Code adopts uniform electrical and structural standards for rooftop solar installations. The…
Read full rule →Eagle Mountain
Some RestrictionsSolar energy devices in Eagle Mountain need a building permit from the city building department, a completed inspection…
Read full rule →Lehi
Some RestrictionsLehi allows roof-mounted solar panels as a permitted use on any structure in any zoning district, so no conditional use…
Read full rule →Provo
Some RestrictionsProvo runs its own electric utility, so home solar panels need a generation license from the Department, not a zoning…
Read full rule →Salt Lake City
Some RestrictionsSalt Lake City requires a permit for solar panel installation on any new or existing building, with fees set by system…
Read full rule →Sandy
Some RestrictionsSandy treats solar energy systems as an accessory use requiring a building permit routed through the Community…
Read full rule →Utah County
Some RestrictionsIn unincorporated Utah County, a free-standing solar array only qualifies as an allowed yard obstruction if it stays…
Read full rule →West Jordan
Some RestrictionsWest Jordan reviews solar energy systems under section 13-8-22, requiring conditional use approval in some zones and…
Read full rule →West Valley City
Some RestrictionsWest Valley City caps ground-mounted solar arrays at 14 feet tall and 200 square feet, while roof-mounted panels must…
Read full rule →Weber County
Light RestrictionsIn unincorporated Weber County, a small solar energy system is allowed in every zoning district without a conditional…
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.