Solar Easement Agreement
A Solar Easement Agreement is a legal document that allows a property owner to secure the right to access sunlight for solar energy systems installed on their property. This agreement can be established between neighboring property owners to ensure that one property does not obstruct the sunlight necessary for solar panels on another property, typically due to landscaping, new construction, or other potential obstructions.
The Solar Easement Agreement outlines the specific rights granted, including the dimensions and angles of unobstructed sunlight, the duration of the easement, and any restrictions on future development or landscaping that could interfere with the access to sunlight. This type of agreement is particularly important in areas where solar energy is becoming increasingly popular, as it helps to protect the investment in solar technology by ensuring continued access to sunlight.
For example, if Property A installs solar panels on its roof, a Solar Easement Agreement can be executed with Property B, which owns a neighboring plot that might build a tall structure or plant trees that could shade the panels. The agreement would specify the required sunlight exposure necessary for Property A’s solar system and legally bind Property B to adhere to these specifications in future developments.
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