Question:

If a property owner is putting a new roof on their building while adding their solar system, can the cost of the roof be included in the 30% ITC credit? Additionally, if a ground mounted system requires fence, can the cost of the fence be included in the 30% ITC credit?

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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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Question:

My neighbor has a tall tree in his backyard that shades the solar panels on the roof of my house. The shade from his tree is reducing the efficiency of my solar system and I’m loosing money every day that the sun shines.

Is there any law that would guarantee my rights to the sun and force him to trim/remove his tree? If not, do you have any other practical suggestions as to what I could do to protect my investment?

Signed,
Shady-in-Chicago

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