Balcony Solar in Ohio
Everything you need to know about plug-in and balcony solar law in Ohio, plus what it means for what you're allowed to plug in, and what it saves.
Is it legal?
Currently unregulated - legislation in progress.
Ohio's HB 755 was introduced in the 2026 legislative session but was deferred to 2027, where it will be reconsidered. Until Ohio passes plug-in solar legislation, the technology sits in a legal gray area: utilities can require interconnection review, permits, and fees, and there are no explicit statutory protections for consumers. If passed, the bill would clear these barriers, allowing small solar systems to connect to standard household outlets without utility approval, permits, or an electrician.
Bright Saver's policy team is working to support legalization efforts across all 50 states.
Bright Saver does not yet ship to Ohio because plug-in solar legislation has not been passed. Become a member to support our efforts to get legislation passed in your state.
What You Can Save in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity price is about 14.6 cents per kWh (EIA, 2026 average). A 180 W kit generating about 270 kWh a year could save roughly $39 a year; a 360 W kit roughly $79.
Those are modest numbers on their own, but the kit more than pays for itself over its life with no roof work or contractor needed.
The rules, in one table
Bill
Signed
HB 755
Bill in progress
Effective
N/A
Maximum System Size
N/A
No-Electrician Threshold
N/A
Permit Required
N/A
Utility Notification
N/A
HOA Can Prohibit
Bright Saver Ships Here
N/A
Not yet - pending legislation
If You Rent in Ohio
Plug-in solar is designed with renters in mind. Nothing is drilled or wired into the building, and the kit moves with you when your lease ends.
What to buy
Bright Saver's kits don't yet ship to Ohio because the law isn't in place yet. A $29 annual membership directly supports the coalition working to pass plug-in solar legislation in Ohio and across all 50 states, getting us closer to the day we can serve you directly.
Balcony Solar 180 W
Do-It-Yourself, No roof or electrician needed
MEMBER-ONLY PRICE
Balcony Solar 360 W
Do-It-Yourself, No roof or electrician needed
MEMBER-ONLY PRICE