§ 7-320

Maryland § 7-320

• Jurisdiction: Maryland
• Article gpu: Public Utilities
• Title: 7

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(a) This section applies only to residential rooftop solar energy generating systems.

(b) A seller or lessor of residential rooftop solar energy generating systems shall:

(1) provide to the buyer or lessee a 5–year full warranty on the installation and component parts of the system;

(2) include any manufacturer’s warranties for any of the products or components of the system;

(3) inform the buyer or lessee of the minimum level of weather–adjusted energy production the buyer or lessee may expect from the system; and

(4) certify, in writing, that installation of the system is compliant with all federal, State, and local laws regarding workmanship and that the solar panels, inverters, racking systems, and all other components meet the minimum standards for product design.

(c) The Maryland Department of Labor shall:

(1) develop a special solar contractor license for the installation and maintenance of residential rooftop solar energy generating systems; and

(2) establish minimum qualifications for individuals installing and maintaining residential rooftop solar energy generating systems.

(d) A seller or lessor who violates the requirements of this section shall pay a fine not exceeding $1,000 for each violation.