Solar Permit Requirements in Kentucky

Installing solar panels in Kentucky 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.

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Net Metering

None

State Tax Credit

13.5¢/kWh

Avg Electricity Rate

Cities in Kentucky

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

Louisville

13.8¢/kWh · 4.3h sun/day

Avg bill: $142/mo · Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E)

Lexington

13.5¢/kWh · 4.2h sun/day

Avg bill: $138/mo · Kentucky Utilities

Bowling Green

13.2¢/kWh · 4.3h sun/day

Avg bill: $135/mo · Bowling Green Municipal Utilities

Owensboro

13¢/kWh · 4.3h sun/day

Avg bill: $130/mo · Kenergy Corp

Covington

14¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day

Avg bill: $140/mo · Duke Energy Kentucky

Richmond

13.5¢/kWh · 4.2h sun/day

Avg bill: $135/mo · Kentucky Utilities

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