Solar Permit Requirements in Michigan

Installing solar panels in Michigan 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

18.5¢/kWh

Avg Electricity Rate

Cities in Michigan

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

Detroit

19¢/kWh · 3.7h sun/day

Avg bill: $148/mo · DTE Energy

Grand Rapids

18.2¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $140/mo · Consumers Energy

Warren

18.8¢/kWh · 3.7h sun/day

Avg bill: $142/mo · DTE Energy

Sterling Heights

18.8¢/kWh · 3.7h sun/day

Avg bill: $145/mo · DTE Energy

Ann Arbor

18.5¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $142/mo · DTE Energy

Lansing

18¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $138/mo · Lansing Board of Water & Light

Kalamazoo

18.2¢/kWh · 3.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $135/mo · Consumers Energy

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