Solar Permit Requirements in Colorado

Installing solar panels in Colorado requires permits from your local building department. Below you will find city-specific permit costs, timelines, and document requirements to help you plan your solar project.

full

Net Metering

None

State Tax Credit

15.5¢/kWh

Avg Electricity Rate

Cities in Colorado

Select your city for specific permit costs, timelines, and required documents for solar installation.

Denver

15.8¢/kWh · 5.5h sun/day

Avg bill: $148/mo · Xcel Energy

Colorado Springs

15.2¢/kWh · 5.6h sun/day

Avg bill: $145/mo · Colorado Springs Utilities

Aurora

15.5¢/kWh · 5.5h sun/day

Avg bill: $142/mo · Xcel Energy

Fort Collins

14.8¢/kWh · 5.4h sun/day

Avg bill: $138/mo · Fort Collins Utilities

Lakewood

15.5¢/kWh · 5.5h sun/day

Avg bill: $140/mo · Xcel Energy

Boulder

15.8¢/kWh · 5.5h sun/day

Avg bill: $145/mo · Xcel Energy

Pueblo

15¢/kWh · 5.6h sun/day

Avg bill: $135/mo · Black Hills Energy

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