SolarAPP+ is an automated online platform that streamlines residential solar and energy storage permitting for local governments and solar contractors. It provides rapid, code-compliant plan reviews and instant permit issuance, significantly reducing project timelines and accelerating clean energy adoption.
Funding
$4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
The process of obtaining permits for residential solar and energy storage installations is often lengthy and complex, leading to increased costs and delays for clean energy adoption. This inefficiency burdens both local governments with manual review processes and solar contractors with extended project timelines.
Solution
SolarAPP+ is an automated online platform designed to streamline residential solar and energy storage permitting. It provides local governments with compliant and rapid plan reviews, ensuring systems meet current building, electrical, fire, and structural codes. For solar professionals, the platform offers a significantly faster online submission and approval process, reducing the time from application to permit issuance from weeks to minutes. This automation not only frees up municipal staff time but also accelerates project deployment, making clean energy solutions more accessible and affordable. The system also generates an inspection checklist, aiming to reduce failed inspections and further expedite the installation lifecycle.
Target Audience
The primary users are local government building departments responsible for permitting and licensed solar and energy storage contractors who install residential systems.
Features
- Automated plan review engine that validates system designs against current building, electrical, fire, and structural codes.
- Instant permit issuance for code-compliant applications, available 24/7.
- Integrated inspection checklist to guide post-permit inspections and minimize re-work.
- Standalone platform or API integration capabilities for seamless adoption with existing government software and workflows.
- Verification process for licensed contractors to ensure eligibility.
- In-platform error messaging and support to assist users in correcting application issues.
- Secure online payment processing for permit fees.
- Centralized system for managing permit applications and project status.