Ensures homeowners can install solar energy systems without unreasonable restrictions.

This bill aims to ensure homeowners in Massachusetts can install solar energy systems without facing unreasonable restrictions from homeowners' associations. It voids any covenants or bylaws that unreasonably restrict solar access or installation. Associations must review and respond to homeowner requests within 60 days and provide written explanations for any restrictions. Unreasonable restrictions include those that increase costs by more than 10% or $1,000, reduce system efficiency by more than 10%, or substantially curtail solar access.

Ensures homeowners can install solar energy systems without unreasonable restrictions.

This bill aims to ensure homeowners in Massachusetts can install solar energy systems without facing unreasonable restrictions from homeowners' associations. It voids any covenants or bylaws that unreasonably restrict solar access or installation. Associations must review and respond to homeowner requests within 60 days and provide written explanations for any restrictions. Unreasonable restrictions include those that increase costs by more than 10% or $1,000, reduce system efficiency by more than 10%, or substantially curtail solar access.