Do I Have to Tell My Utility About Plug-In Solar? Notice vs. Approval by State
By PlugInSolarUS Editorial Team · Published 2026-09-21 · Updated September 21, 2026 · 8 min read
A dated, practical guide to utility notice, approval, agreements, fees, registration, and the separate code and property questions for qualifying plug-in solar in five states.
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