DE HB65

Voids and makes unenforceable any covenant, restriction, or condition that prohibits or unreasonably restricts roof-mounted solar energy systems on single-family dwellings and townhouses where the owner holds sole responsibility for roof repairs.

Establishes that reasonable restrictions on solar systems are those that do not significantly increase costs, decrease efficiency, or performance, or that offer alternative systems of comparable cost and efficiency.

Allows property owners to amend governing documents that prohibit or restrict rooftop or ground-mounted solar systems by a 2/3 majority vote of property owners, or by a simple majority vote if the restriction is already deemed reasonable.

Requires property owners installing roof-mounted solar systems to notify maintenance corporations, homeowner's associations, and neighboring property owners within 150 feet at least 60 days before installation and to consider input on placement within 30 days.

Exempts conservation easements, historic preservation covenants, and associations governing common property from these solar installation protections.