Solar Permit Requirements in Iowa

Installing solar panels in Iowa 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

14.5¢/kWh

Avg Electricity Rate

Cities in Iowa

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

Des Moines

14.8¢/kWh · 4.3h sun/day

Avg bill: $132/mo · MidAmerican Energy

Cedar Rapids

14.5¢/kWh · 4.2h sun/day

Avg bill: $128/mo · Alliant Energy

Davenport

14.2¢/kWh · 4.3h sun/day

Avg bill: $125/mo · MidAmerican Energy

Sioux City

14.5¢/kWh · 4.5h sun/day

Avg bill: $128/mo · MidAmerican Energy

Iowa City

14.8¢/kWh · 4.2h sun/day

Avg bill: $130/mo · MidAmerican Energy

Waterloo

14.5¢/kWh · 4.2h sun/day

Avg bill: $125/mo · MidAmerican Energy

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