Section: Special Situations
Solar for Specific Situations
Solar guidance for homes that do not fit the standard case: renters, small or shaded roofs, HOAs, mobile homes, RVs, and cabins.
Special Situations
Selling a House With Leased Solar Panels: What to ExpectSelling a house with leased solar panels means transferring, buying out, or paying off the lease before closing. Here's how it works and what it costs.September 6, 2026
Special Situations
Solar Panels for a Flat Roof: What's Different, What It Costs, and What to CheckSolar panels flat roof installations use different racking, tilt angles, and permitting rules than pitched roofs. Here's what changes and what it costs.September 2, 2026
Special Situations
Solar Panels for Condo Owners: What's Actually Possible in 2026Solar panels for condo owners explained: rooftop rights, HOA and association rules, community solar, balcony solar, and 2026 tax credit status.August 26, 2026
Special Situations
Solar Panels and Historic District Rules: What Homeowners Can Actually DoSolar panels historic district rules vary by city, state, and designation type. Here's how local review boards decide and how to get panels approved.August 21, 2026
Special Situations
Solar Panels for Mobile Homes: What's Possible, What It Costs, and What to Check FirstSolar panels for mobile homes are possible with the right roof or ground mount. Here's what to check before you buy, and what it costs in 2026.August 4, 2026
Special Situations
HOA Solar Panel Rules: What Your Association Can and Can't RestrictState-by-state HOA solar rules with exact statute citations: cost caps, output caps, and approval deadlines in CA, TX, FL, AZ, CO, NC, VA, and MI.August 1, 2026
Special Situations
Solar Panels for a Cabin Off Grid: Sizing, Batteries, and CostsA practical guide to solar panels for cabin off grid living, covering system sizing, batteries, generators, and realistic cost ranges.July 31, 2026
Special Situations
Community Solar Programs: How Renters and Non-Owners Can Access Solar SavingsCommunity solar programs let renters and homeowners without suitable roofs subscribe to a shared solar array and get credits on their electric bill.July 28, 2026
Special Situations
Solar Panels for a Small Roof: What's Possible and What to ExpectSolar panels for small roof homes are still viable with high-efficiency panels and smart layout. Here's what fits, what it costs, and what to check first.July 28, 2026