5 permits needed to install solar panels at home
Many families have photovoltaic panels at home. But what are the necessary permits to install solar panels?
The world of energy self-consumption is very attractive and there are already many families that have a installation of solar panels in their homes. A sustainable option that allows savings at the end of the month and more energy independence. But what are the procedures that must be carried out?
In this article, we are going to explain to you The 5 permissions needed to install solar panels in a residential project. We want to highlight that permits may vary depending on the Autonomous Community where you are.
Installation system design
In this first point, the customer receives a photovoltaic installation proposal by the installation company. This document is only shared between these parties, and it presents different interesting facts about the characteristics of the future installation, such as the total production generated by the plates and the savings that it will entail each month. The design allows both parties to reach an agreement and make the project viable.
Technical report of the photovoltaic system
The installation company makes a memory of the photovoltaic system, in which it expresses the design of the assembly to be carried out. This document is much more extensive and detailed than the system design of the installation, since all aspects and characteristics of the self-consumption installation are precisely defined. The report is delivered to the corresponding city council with the objective of informing in detail about the future work.
Building license
It is one of the necessary permits to install solar panels. Normally, the building license It is processed at the corresponding town hall, since these regulations are subject to each location.
Attached to the building permit, the payment of the Construction and Construction Tax will be executed (ICIO). Later, you must request and proceed with the payment of the Property Tax (IBI). However, depending on the municipality where you are located, you may be able to benefit from grants and subsidies.
End of work certificate
Once the installation is complete, the installation company and the competent technician issue the certificate of completion of the work. This document will justify that the installation carried out complies with all the requirements described in the building license. The certificate is mandatory for every photovoltaic project and, once completed, it is sent to the city council.
Surplus compensation
This procedure is one of the most important in the entire process, and the one that makes your installation profitable. Consumers who process this modality can dump the surpluses generated by their solar panels to the conventional grid, and thus reduce your electricity bill.
To take advantage of this possibility, once the work is done, a contract must be drawn up with the electricity company, known as Tarifa Solar, where the price and the distribution of the surplus are fixed.
Why install solar panels?
After reading the article, you have most likely thought that there are many permissions needed to install solar panels. From Eltex we are aware of this reality, that's why we take care of each of the procedures necessary for the installation, informing you at all times of the progress.
On the other hand, the future is heading for a completely sustainable system and renewable, where self-consumption facilities are going to be essential. In addition, once the solar panels are installed, you will see your monthly electricity bill reduced and you will be more independent with your household consumption.
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