"Garden State Balcony Solar Act"; exempts portable solar generation devices from certain requirements, and requires certain entities to allow use and installation of portable solar generation devices.**
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Overview
The Garden State Balcony Solar Act aims to make it easier for residents in New Jersey to use portable solar panels on their properties. It exempts these devices from certain interconnection and net metering requirements, and prohibits utilities from imposing restrictions or fees on their use. The bill also requires landlords, homeowners’ associations, and municipalities to allow the installation and operation of these devices, promoting wider adoption of residential solar power.
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