# New Jersey Moves to Streamline Rooftop Solar Permitting: What It Means for Homeowners
If you’ve been considering solar panels for your home in New Jersey, you may have heard about the long wait times for permits. Unfortunately, permitting delays have led to the cancellation of an estimated **22% of residential solar projects** in the state. However, two recently introduced bills seek to change that by **streamlining the solar permitting process** and making it easier for homeowners to install solar.
## The Problem With Solar Permitting Delays
New Jersey has **one of the slowest solar permitting timelines in the United States**. Homeowners who decide to install a solar array for home energy savings often face frustrating delays from local building departments. These delays add unnecessary costs, with estimates suggesting that permitting barriers can add **$3,800 to $4,500 to the average project cost**.
For solar companies, these delays can lead to cancellations and increased project expenses. When permits take too long to process, homeowners who are eager to switch to solar may become discouraged and abandon the project altogether.
## How New Legislation Could Speed Up Solar Approvals
Two bills, **A-5264 and S-4100**,
Original Article: https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2025/03/07/new-jersey-bills-proposed-to-expedite-rooftop-solar-permitting/
