Solar Permit Requirements in New York

Installing solar panels in New York 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

25%

State Tax Credit

24.5¢/kWh

Avg Electricity Rate

Cities in New York

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

New York City

26¢/kWh · 4h sun/day

Avg bill: $200/mo · Con Edison

Buffalo

22¢/kWh · 3.6h sun/day

Avg bill: $172/mo · National Grid

Rochester

22.5¢/kWh · 3.6h sun/day

Avg bill: $175/mo · Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E)

Syracuse

22¢/kWh · 3.5h sun/day

Avg bill: $170/mo · National Grid

Albany

23¢/kWh · 3.7h sun/day

Avg bill: $175/mo · National Grid

Yonkers

25.5¢/kWh · 4h sun/day

Avg bill: $195/mo · Con Edison

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