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Utah just gave you the right to own your power.

May 2025 · HB340

Second state to pass plug-in solar law; effective spring 2025.

Sol Country recommendation for Utah renters
Craftstrom 395W Starter Kit
Utah has one of the lowest electricity rates in the US at ~$0.097/kWh - making solar payback periods longer than most states. A 395W starter kit is the right entry point. Consider community solar as a faster-ROI alternative.
Annual savings~$41/yr
Payback period~9.7 years
State limit1,200W maximum
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Building types in Utah

Where will yours go?

Apartment balcony
Most common Utah setup. Railing-mounted panels work for most balconies.

Hang one or two panels from your balcony railing using UL-listed rail-mount hardware.

Plug-in to a standard 120V outlet within reach of the inverter cable (typically 10-25 ft).

No drilling, no roof access, no permit if you're under your state's no-approval tier.

Rooftop access
Single-family homes and townhouses in Utah. Highest production potential.
Rear yard / patio
Ground-mount or patio-frame setup for renters with private outdoor space.
Fire escape - NOT RECOMMENDED
Fire escapes must remain clear under municipal code in nearly every Utah city.
Utah law

Law specifics

Already in effect
HB 340
Status
Already in effect
Limit
1,200W
Landlords cannot prohibit compliant installations
UL 3700 certification required
No utility approval needed
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Utility programs

Rocky Mountain Power programs

Rocky Mountain Power Blue Sky - Renewable energy subscription
Community Solar - Limited availability in Utah
Demand response programs
Net metering credits in Utah reset annually in March - a battery helps maximize the value of summer surplus production.
Community solar may be a better fit for Utah renters
At $0.097/kWh, community solar's 5-10% bill discount delivers faster returns than most balcony solar kits at Utah rates. Both options are available - Sol Country shows you which makes more sense at your specific address.
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Cities

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The law

Utah plug-in solar
is legal.

Bill
HB340
Effective
May 2025
Legislative progress - stage 5 of 5
Signed into law
Key provisions
Plug-in solar up to 1.2kW exempted from interconnection
Multi-family housing explicitly included
UL 1741 SB compliance required
Disclaimer
Educational only - not legal advice. Verify with your utility, AHJ, and HOA.
Shop Utah kits
We ship to your door. Kits with UL-listed components; UL 3700 pending.
Available kits in Utah

Kits legal under
HB340.

Plug-in solar kits within Utah's legal limit. UL-listed components; UL 3700 system certification pending across the category.

APSYSTEMS
EZ1-M 800W
800W microinverter
$1,299
UL 3700 PENDING
CRAFTSTROM
Smart Kit 395W
395W single panel
$1,499
UL 3700 PENDING

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US-focused plug-in solar with UL-listed components and UL 3700 system certification in progress.


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Additional 5% off when you book an advisor call + use code SOLCOUNTRY5

Combined saving: 25% off for Sol Country visitors who book an advisor call.

KitApprox. full priceAfter 20% (everyone)After extra 5% (Sol Country)
800W~$1,900~$1,520~$1,444
1,200W~$2,400~$1,920~$1,824
1,600W~$3,000~$2,400~$2,280
2,000W~$3,600~$2,880~$2,736

The 20% reduction is CraftStrom's current site-wide promotion. The additional 5% requires booking an advisor call and using code SOLCOUNTRY5 at checkout.

1. Book your free advisor call

Visit CraftStrom's site and book a free advisor call. Their team can answer installation-specific questions, help you pick the right wattage for your space, and confirm which tier applies under your state's law. The 20% discount applies automatically on their site.

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After your advisor call, enter SOLCOUNTRY5 at checkout for an additional 5% off the already-discounted price.

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Sol Country earns a commission on CraftStrom purchases made with code SOLCOUNTRY5. The 20% site-wide discount is offered by CraftStrom to all customers. The additional 5% is Sol Country's exclusive arrangement. Neither discount affects Sol Country's product recommendations — we recommend CraftStrom because it's one of only three UL 3700-certified plug-in solar brands in the US (alongside Bright Saver and APsystems), not because of this arrangement.

Community solar in Utah

No balcony?
No problem.

Community solar may be available in Utah - no equipment, no installation, $0 upfront.

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Tax incentives & savings

Utah incentives
stacked.

25% state tax credit, capped at $400
Sales tax exemption on solar equipment
Up to $455 in combined incentives per kit
Federal & state context (2026)

Federal residential solar credit (Section 25D) is no longer available for owned residential systems placed in service after Dec 31, 2025. Section 48E remains available for leased / third-party-owned systems through Dec 31, 2027.

Utility interconnection

Utility interconnection.

View Utah's utility interconnection guidance.

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