How plug-in solar works in Colorado
Conceptual overview tied to HB26-1007. Not a wiring manual.
- Panels on a balcony, patio, or railing make DC power.
- A microinverter makes AC that matches the house.
- A cord plugs into a receptacle on your side of the meter.
- You use that power first. Export credit is usually not part of the deal for this device class.
Colorado-specific limits
- Max 1,920 W to the grid; one device per wall outlet per address.
- Anti-islanding required so the kit cannot energize the grid in an outage.
- Follow fire code and local building rules that pertain to health and safety.
- HOAs may require reasonable securing on limited common element balconies.