Solar Energy Resources for Contractors

The Prince George’s County Department of the Environment and the Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement are committed to promoting the continued, equitable advancement of solar in our community.

See below for clear guidelines about the solar permitting and inspection process.

• Review Prince George’s County Guidelines for Permitting Rooftop PV Systems
• Review Prince George’s County Permitting, Inspection and Enforcement Guidelines
• Review the Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement’s Solar System Inspection Program
• Consult the Prince George’s County Certification and Compliance System

Before you get started, download our Solar Energy Grant - Photo Documentation Guide  

List of important licenses, certifications, and administrative procedures for installing residential solar panels in Prince George’s County: 

• Maryland Home Improvement Commission | Maryland Department of Labor
• Maryland Electricians License | Maryland Department of Labor
• Electrical Contractor – Business License | Prince George's County
• Vendor Registration Process | Prince George's County
• Permitting, Inspections, & Enforcement (DPIE) | Prince George's County
• PV Installation Professional Certification | NABCEP
• Construction Quality Management | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Developers & Contractors | Pepco
• Solar Renewable Energy Certification | Maryland Public Service Commission
• FY26 Maryland Solar Access Program | Maryland Energy Administration