An Act relative to solar permitting

Summary

The bill adds new rules to Chapter 40 of the Massachusetts General Laws that let applicants submit solar and energy‑storage permit applications online, use electronic signatures, and pay fees electronically. It sets a five‑day window for the permitting authority to flag deficiencies and a ten‑day period after a complete application before a permit is deemed approved, and it allows an automated system to issue permits instantly. It also limits post‑installation inspections to one and stops electric utilities from demanding extra inspections before a system can be operated.

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