Solar in Florida

Key Solar Metrics

Avg Electricity Rate

15.2¢/kWh

Solar Production Potential

5.6 peak sun hours

Annual Production

1,024 kWh/kW

Net Metering

Incentive Programs

5 active programs

Top Incentive

Florida Net Metering (Full Retail Credit)

Permitting

Mixed

Major Utilities

City of Lakeland, Florida (Utility Company)

City of Ocala, Florida (Utility Company)

Florida Power & Light Co.

Gainesville Regional Utilities

Gulf Power Co

Jacksonville Electric Authority

Orlando Utilities Comm

Talquin Electric Coop, Inc

Tampa Electric Co

Solar Landscape in Florida

Florida's electricity market includes both investor-owned utilities and cooperative/municipal providers. Utility-specific solar programs vary by provider. Residential customers should check with their specific utility provider for available solar incentive programs, interconnection requirements, and export credit rates.

Permitting

Florida follows local jurisdiction permitting for residential solar installations. Permitting requirements and timelines vary by county and municipality. Homeowners should contact their local building department for specific permit requirements, fees, and inspection schedules. Some jurisdictions in Florida have adopted streamlined solar permitting processes to reduce installation timelines.

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Solar Incentives & Rebates

Some incentive data is provisional and subject to verification. Programs may change — check official sources before making decisions.

State Programs

Florida Net Metering (Full Retail Credit)

Florida requires all IOUs to offer net metering at full retail rate for systems up to 2 MW. Excess credits roll over monthly; annual true-up at avoided cost.

Florida Solar and CHP Sales Tax Exemption

Florida 6% state sales tax exemption on solar equipment purchases. Additional local surtax may also be exempt.

PercentageTPO Eligible

Florida Solar Property Tax Exemption

100% property tax exemption on the added value of solar energy devices. Constitutional amendment approved by voters in 2016.

TPO Eligible

Florida Solar Rights Law

Florida Statute 163.04 prohibits any entity from restricting installation of solar collectors or other solar energy devices. HOA restrictions are limited to roof-mounted placement standards.

Florida Interconnection Standards

FPSC interconnection rules for distributed generation. Simplified application for systems up to 100 kW.

Provisional

Florida Net Metering

Policy Type: Net Metering
Credit Type: Full Retail Rate
Annual Credit Rollover: Yes
Effective Date: January 1, 2008

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Run the Numbers for Florida

Solar in Florida costs $2.20–$3.00 per watt

National average: $3.36/W

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