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:

Hi,
Good to see this service!  My company offers a range of energy efficiency products including solar electric.  A question has come up regarding whether the federal tax credit can be applied to services and products included in the contract price for a solar system and install. Specifically, we’ve heard conflicting opinions on including a new roof or part of a roof, and/or tree removal with the contract. Would we be in trouble if, hypothetically, we installed a unique looking solar system at a relatively high cost (tax credit savings go up), then paid a marketing fee back to the customer after the install for access to the project for our marketing efforts?

Yours Truly,
Solar Installer

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