Homeowners associations and solar access in Maryland
- Factsheet
Homeowners associations (HOA) typically define a neighborhood’s aesthetic rules and sometimes attempt to restrict your ability to go solar. Washington D.C. has a law that prevents a homeowners association from blocking your ability to go solar. Even with the law, you’ll still have to navigate your own HOA when you go solar. Check out our HOA action guide for more information.
Homeowners associations in Maryland
Maryland Real Property Code §2–119 prevents homeowners associations in Maryland from denying homeowners the right to install solar systems. HOAs also cannot impose any limitations on homeowners that would significantly increase the cost of a solar system or significantly reduce its efficiency. Property owners also have the right to negotiate easements with their neighbors in order to ensure adequate sunlight reaches their system.
These laws do not apply in historic districts.
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Having trouble with your HOA? The Solar United Neighbors of Maryland Listserv is filled with fellow solar homeowners and solar supporters ready to help! Post to the listserv and get advice from our solar community in Maryland.
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