Solar Permit Requirements in Rhode Island

Installing solar panels in Rhode Island 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

27.5¢/kWh

Avg Electricity Rate

Cities in Rhode Island

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

Providence

27.8¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day

Avg bill: $178/mo · Rhode Island Energy

Cranston

27.5¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day

Avg bill: $175/mo · Rhode Island Energy

Warwick

27.5¢/kWh · 4.2h sun/day

Avg bill: $178/mo · Rhode Island Energy

Pawtucket

27.8¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day

Avg bill: $170/mo · Rhode Island Energy

East Providence

27.5¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day

Avg bill: $172/mo · Rhode Island Energy

Woonsocket

27.8¢/kWh · 4h sun/day

Avg bill: $168/mo · Rhode Island Energy

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