Question:

In a brownfield repowering, is the brownfield facility part of the eligible basis for the grant or only the “improvements”. For example, if I bought a mothballed facility for $10mm, and then put $10mm more into it to get it running, is the basis for the grant $10mm or $20mm??

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Question:

Thank you very much for your very helpful answer on getting a 1603 grant for leasing a PV system to a non-profit as at http://law.cleantechies.com/solar-pv-installation-business-non-profits/4/#more-4.  You said that the grant is to be based upon the full cost of the system.  Does that mean that the full cost is before the $2/watt rebate that Xcel Energy gives in Colorado (which is better for us) , or is the basis for the 30% grant the net cost after the rebate (which is not as good.)

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Question:

If an individual runs a business out of his home and installs solar panels on his residence, can he qualify for a 1603 grant in lieu of a credit? And how many years can one carry forward a tax credit should they not be able to qualify for the grant?

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Question:

My company has been installing PV solar systems on residential roof tops for several years. Recently, a large church approached us and asked us to install a solar system on their rooftop and then have us lease the system to them over a few years.

As the economy begins to pick up again, we would love to expand our business into this growing market, but are concerned that doing business with non-profit organizations, or even leasing systems to them, may exempt us from enjoying the 30% grant opportunity (under Section 1603) from the federal government.

Could you please clarify if we are eligible for the 1603 grant if we lease a solar system to a non-profit organization?

Thanks,
Solar Installer

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