Solar Information
Welcome to the East Cocalico Township solar resource webpage. We are committed to making it easier to go solar in our community. Ready to go solar? See the information on this page to take the first step. For more information on the basics of solar energy, your solar options and educational resources, check out the Department of Energy's Homeowner's Guide to Going Solar.
How to Go Solar in ECT
- The Board of Supervisors has adopted a solar zoning section in the Township's Code of Ordinances to guide the solar process
- In order to receive permission to build or install your solar installation, you must apply for an obtain a permit. Check out the following checklists for obtaining solar permits (called Alternative Energy System (AES) Permits) in East Cocalico Township. Note that Solar Plus applications require a Mechnical, Electrical or Plumbing (MEP) Permit.
- In order to turn on your installation once it is built or installed, a least one inspection, often more, is required by the Township. To schedule an inspection of your solar installation, please call Technicon Enterprises II at (610)-286-1622. Further instructions are available on your permit.
- Questions? Contact our Zoning Office at ZA@ect.town or (717) 336-1718
Financing and Incentive Options for Solar
There are a few different financing options for solar in East Cocalico Township. The following are some of the publicly-available funding and incentive options for solar.
- Lancaster County C-PACE: A program available for commercial, industrial and agricultural property owners to finance solar installations
- PA's Solar Energy Program (SEP) Grant: A grant available to businesses, economic development organizations and political subdivisions for activities to promote the generation and use of solar energy and the manufacture or assembly of solar equipment
- Solar Energy Systems Tax Credit: A federal program that provides tax credits for using solar energy