Solar Resources

The City of Ashland is dedicated to becoming a community able to provide information and resources to citizens and contractors who are interested in installing solar power for homes or businesses in the City.

The City of Ashland Is a Silver Designated Sol Smart Community

Installing Solar on Your Home or Building

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Wisconsin State Solar Access Rights

According to Wisconsin State law (66.0401) an application for a permit will only be denied if; the denial is necessary to preserve or protect the health and safety, or an alternative system of comparable cost and efficiency would be permitted; and provided further that conditions may be imposed upon a permit if they:

  • Serve to pre-serve or protect public health or safety
  • Does not significantly increase the cost of the system or significantly decrease efficiency
  • Allows for an alternate system of comparable costs and efficiency