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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
Lifestyle
Kat George

Our NSW council banned street-visible solar panels. What can I do?

‘Creative design can assist you in finding workarounds for other modifications to your home, but it’s a bit tricker with solar panels,’ writes Kat George.
‘Creative design can assist you in finding workarounds for other modifications to your home, but it’s a bit tricker with solar panels,’ writes Kat George. Photograph: Jasenka Arbanas/Getty Images

Our home is in a heritage conservation area. Council rules prohibit the installation of solar panels that are visible from the street. However, there are dozens of homes with recently installed panels that are very prominent. When I queried council, they explained that I could provide addresses of these “offenders” and they may be fined and/or forced to remove panels. I want owners who are prepared to invest in solar to be rewarded, not penalised. What can I do?

– Scott, New South Wales

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