For Landlords + Property Managers

Colorado just changed
the rules for your
rental property.

HB26-1007 takes effect January 1, 2027. Your tenants have the legal right to install balcony solar panels. Sol Country helps you stay compliant and use this as a competitive advantage.

Jan 1, 2027Law takes effect
783,000CO renter households
What the law saysYour obligationsSolar-Ready certificationTenant resourcesFAQ
The law

HB26-1007 — what landlords
need to know.

Colorado HB26-1007 was signed by Governor Polis in May 2026 and takes effect January 1, 2027. The law gives Colorado renters the explicit legal right to install plug-in solar panels on their balconies, patios, and outdoor spaces.

HB26-1007
YOU CANNOT PROHIBIT IT
Landlords and HOAs cannot prohibit or unreasonably restrict tenants from installing compliant plug-in solar devices.
HB26-1007
WATTAGE LIMIT: 1,920W
Tenants may install up to 1,920W total system capacity. Most balcony kits are 395–800W — well within the limit.
HB26-1007
NO UTILITY APPROVAL NEEDED
Tenants using meter collar adapters do not need utility approval. Standard outlet systems require no approval.
HB26-1007
REASONABLE RESTRICTIONS OK
You may set reasonable restrictions on placement and aesthetics — but cannot prohibit installation entirely.
Source: Colorado HB26-1007, signed May 2026. Effective January 1, 2027.
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Landlord obligations

What you must do
by January 1, 2027.

Sol Country recommends landlords take three proactive steps before the law takes effect. Being prepared builds tenant trust and avoids disputes.

01
UPDATE YOUR LEASE
Add a balcony solar addendum to your lease agreement acknowledging HB26-1007 and setting reasonable installation guidelines — panel placement, removal on move-out, damage liability.
02
SET PLACEMENT GUIDELINES
You can set reasonable restrictions on where panels are placed — not blocking walkways, not permanently attached to the building structure, matching aesthetic standards. Document these in writing.
03
COMMUNICATE WITH TENANTS
Proactively tell tenants about the new law and your guidelines before January 1. Tenants who feel informed are less likely to dispute decisions about placement restrictions.
Sol Country Certified

Turn compliance into
a competitive advantage.

Solar-conscious renters are among the most desirable tenants — higher income, longer tenancy, lower turnover. Sol Country Certified Solar-Ready buildings are listed in Sol Country's directory and shown to tenants searching for solar-friendly housing in Colorado.

Sol Country Certified
Solar-Ready Building
What certification includes:
✓Listed in Sol Country building directory
✓“Solar-Ready” badge for rental listings
✓Tenant solar guide provided to your residents
✓Priority placement in quiz results for your zip
✓Annual compliance update as laws evolve
✓Sol Country Certified digital certificate
$199/year per building
$149/year per building for 5+ unit portfolios
Certification launches January 1, 2027. Early applicants receive 2027 at the introductory rate.
For your tenants

Give your tenants the
tools they need.

Sol Country provides free resources for your tenants — saving you time answering questions about balcony solar.

Sol Country
FIND MY POWER QUIZ
Your tenants can run a free personalized analysis of their solar savings at their specific address. Share this link with your residents.
Sol Country
AI LANDLORD LETTER TOOL
Tenants who want to ask permission before installing can generate a professional letter in 30 seconds using Sol Country's AI tool.
See the tool →
Sol Country
BALCONY SOLAR 101 GUIDE
A complete guide to how balcony solar works, what kits are legal in Colorado, and what tenants can expect to save.
View guide →
Landlord FAQ

Your questions
answered.

CAN I CHARGE TENANTS A FEE FOR INSTALLING SOLAR?+
No. HB26-1007 prohibits charging fees or requiring deposits specifically for solar installation. Standard security deposits that already exist on the lease are unaffected, but you cannot add a solar-specific surcharge or installation fee.
WHAT IF A TENANT DAMAGES THE BUILDING DURING INSTALL?+
CAN I REQUIRE TENANTS TO REMOVE PANELS ON MOVE-OUT?+
WHAT IS A METER COLLAR ADAPTER AND DO I NEED TO ALLOW THEM?+
CAN MY HOA STILL PROHIBIT BALCONY SOLAR?+
WHAT WATTAGE LIMIT APPLIES?+
DO TENANTS NEED TO NOTIFY ME?+
WHEN DOES THE LAW TAKE EFFECT?+

Be ready before
January 1, 2027.

Sol Country's free compliance guide tells you exactly what to update in your lease, how to communicate with tenants, and how to turn compliance into a competitive advantage.

Get Sol Country Certified →