Sharing Success: Emerging Approaches to Efficient Rooftop Solar Permitting

A report reviewing state, regional, and local permitting processes and reforms. It outlines a permitting process, and discusses challenges and benefits related to reducing permitting burdens. Also, it details best practices and demonstrates cities, counties, and states that have implemented them.

Related Criteria

• P-2: Post an online statement confirming a three-business day turnaround time for small rooftop solar PV (Required for Gold).
• P-6: Process small rooftop solar PV permits in 10 business days or fewer.
• I-2: Require no more than two inspections for accessory use solar PV.