SUNBEAM INNOVATIONS
Fort Worth homeowners are increasingly turning to solar to combat high summer electric bills. But if you live in a community governed by a strict Homeowners Association, you might be worried about getting fined or having your project denied. Fortunately, Texas law protects your investment.
Under Texas Property Code Section 202.010, your Fort Worth HOA does not have the authority to ban solar panels. While they can establish rules regarding where the panels are mounted (such as requiring them to be roof-mounted rather than ground-mounted in your front yard), they cannot prevent you from installing a system that offsets your energy usage.
A common tactic for Fort Worth HOAs is to demand that panels not be visible from the street. However, if your roof's best sun exposure faces the street, placing the panels on the back of the house could ruin your return on investment. Texas law states that if hiding the panels drops their efficiency by more than 10%, you have the legal right to install them on the street-facing side.
We know exactly how to navigate Fort Worth HOA bylaws. Our local operations team prepares a comprehensive architectural packet for your board, ensuring that your tier-1 solar installation is approved quickly and without legal friction.
Our engineers will build a custom solar blueprint engineered for your operation — backed by 30-year linear warranties and Tier-1 equipment.
