One Kansas homeowner was eager to get solar panels despite the resistance of their homeowners association, and they turned to Reddit for help convincing their board.
"How do I make a case for my old school HOA to allow solar on the back of my house?" said the original poster. "They don't understand it at all. They assume it's ugly. The bylaws say no solar and it takes a 80% vote to change the bylaws and that's not happening. Not even 80% vote, period."
One commenter noted: "They're power tripping."
Homeowners fight for solar even in HOAs because it's one of the best ways to save money on electricity. Solar panels generate electricity practically for free, and they do it without creating heat-trapping air pollution that harms the environment.
If you are considering installing solar panels have your own, one of the best tools at your disposal is EnergySage. This free online service offers tools to help you get quick estimates for solar installation and compare quotes between installers in your area.
In this case, the original poster might soon be in luck. Commenters pointed out that there is a law in the works to protect homeowners who want to install solar no matter what their HOAs say. However, the bill has not yet passed.
Another commenter suggested arguments that they could use to convince their HOA board: "Explain to them that it won't be seen. It will be paid off. And that if they don't allow for it, you'll have to lobby and take over the HOA yourself."
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If you're not in a position to make the upfront investment needed to purchase solar panels, consider leasing instead. Palmetto's LightReach program for leasing solar panels will allow you to install a full solar setup for no money down so you can lock in a low rate for electricity for years to come.
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