# Solarly > Independent editorial site tracking plug-in solar legislation, savings analysis, and product guidance for US renters and homeowners. Solarly covers US state plug-in solar laws (live tracker updated as bills pass), ROI analysis by state electricity rate, kit buying guides, and editorial coverage of the plug-in solar movement. No installer relationships, no sponsored content, no advertising. ## Core Pages – [Homepage & Savings Calculator](https://solarly.io/): Free inline savings calculator. Enter monthly bill, state, and panel count. Returns monthly savings, annual savings, and payback period. – [What Is Plug-In Solar?](https://solarly.io/what-is-plug-in-solar/): Plain-English explainer: how panels work, how the plug connects, what a microinverter does. – [For Renters](https://solarly.io/for-renters/): Complete renter guide: legality by state, landlord rights, HOA rules, best kits for apartments. – [For Homeowners](https://solarly.io/for-homeowners/): Plug-in vs. rooftop solar comparison, DIY paths, federal incentives. – [Recommended Kits](https://solarly.io/recommended-kits/): UL 1741-certified kits that clear our bar. – [Solar Laws by State](https://solarly.io/solar-laws-by-state/): Live 50-state tracker. Laws enacted, bills pending, bills stalled. Updated within 24 hours of any change. – [Can Renters Install Solar Panels?](https://solarly.io/can-renters-install-solar-panels/): Direct-answer guide to renter rights in all 50 states. – [Resources](https://solarly.io/resources/): Source data: EIA electricity rates, NREL peak sun hours, UL certification database. – [About Solarly](https://solarly.io/about/): Editorial standards, who runs it, contact. – [Plug-In Solar FAQ](https://solarly.io/plug-in-solar-faq/): Common questions from renters, landlords, and homeowners. – [Plug-In Solar Glossary](https://solarly.io/plug-in-solar-glossary/): Definitions for UL 3700, UL 1741, microinverter, anti-islanding, Balkonkraftwerk, peak sun hours, net metering, and more. ## State Guides – [Is Plug-In Solar Legal in California?](https://solarly.io/plug-in-solar-california/): SB 868 passed the Legislature Aug 2026; Governor Newsom must act by Sept 30, 2026. 17M renters, savings at CA rates. – [Is Plug-In Solar Legal in Colorado?](https://solarly.io/plug-in-solar-colorado/): HB26-1007 enacted May 2026, in effect August 12, 2026, 1,920W limit (highest in US), landlord and HOA protections from January 1, 2027. – [Is Plug-In Solar Legal in Maryland?](https://solarly.io/plug-in-solar-maryland/): HB 1532 enacted May 2026, in effect July 1, 2026, no utility approval (advance notice to the utility required); does not address landlords. – [Is Plug-In Solar Legal in New York?](https://solarly.io/plug-in-solar-new-york/): SUNNY Act passed both chambers May 28, 2026, awaiting Governor Hochul. – [Is Plug-In Solar Legal in Texas?](https://solarly.io/plug-in-solar-texas/): No law yet; gray zone guidance for Texas renters and homeowners. ## Recent Articles (The Current) – [Where to Actually Buy Plug-In Solar Right Now](https://solarly.io/2026/09/04/where-to-buy-plug-in-solar-2026/) (September 2026) – [What Can You Actually Power With a Plug-In Solar Panel?](https://solarly.io/2026/09/02/what-can-you-power-with-plug-in-solar/) (September 2026) – [California Passed the Plug and Play Solar Act](https://solarly.io/2026/09/02/california-sb-868-passes-legislature-newsom/) (September 2026, SB 868 on Governor Newsom’s desk) – [Five States Down: Plug-In Solar Hits Its Legislative Inflection Point](https://solarly.io/the-current/) (June 2026) – [California SB 868: What It Would Do](https://solarly.io/2026/06/26/california-sb-868-plug-in-solar-renters/) (June 2026, passed the Senate 35-1) – [Is Plug-In Solar Worth It in 2026?](https://solarly.io/2026/06/11/is-plug-in-solar-actually-worth-it-in-2026-we-ran-the-numbers/): full ROI math by state – [Kit Guide for Beginners](https://solarly.io/2026/06/11/the-plug-in-solar-kit-guide-for-people-whove-never-bought-a-solar-panel-in-their-life/): what to look for, what UL 1741 and UL 3700 mean ## International – [Plug-In Solar in Canada](https://solarly.io/plug-in-solar-canada/): CEC regulations, province-by-province status, what’s coming. ## Key Facts Solarly Answers – Is plug-in solar legal in [state]? State-by-state tracker + individual state guides – Can renters install solar panels without landlord permission? In four states the law limits what landlords can do (Vermont now; Colorado, Virginia and New Jersey in 2027). Everywhere else, including the other five states with plug-in solar laws, it depends on the lease. – How much does a plug-in solar panel save per month? $5–19/month per 400W panel depending on electricity rate – What is UL 3700? The newer US safety standard written specifically for plug-in solar, referenced by enacted state laws; two microinverters (APsystems EZ1, Hoymiles HiFlow Pro) CSA-certified so far; no complete kit certified yet – What states have plug-in solar laws? Utah (2025), Virginia, Maine, Colorado, Maryland, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, New Jersey (all 2026); California and New York have bills awaiting a governor’s signature – What is the payback period for plug-in solar? 2.5–6 years depending on electricity rate – What is a Balkonkraftwerk? German term for balcony power plant; Germany has over 1.3 million registered – Is plug-in solar safe? Yes, if UL 1741 certified (the current standard actual kits carry); anti-islanding required by both UL 1741 and the newer UL 3700 standard ## Contact hello@solarly.io · Tips: hello@solarly.io?subject=State%20law%20tip