Maryland Solar Access Program (MSAP)
Maryland Energy Administration (MEA)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Maryland Solar Access Program (MSAP) in its Baltimore, MD research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Established by Maryland's Brighter Tomorrow Act of 2024, the Maryland Solar Access Program provides reimbursement grants of $750 per kilowatt of solar capacity (capped at $7,500) to eligible homeowners who install rooftop solar PV systems. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis for FY2026, with the portal currently open. Applicants submit an initial application, install their system within 180 days of award, then submit for reimbursement.
Maximum grant for a 10 kW system at $750/kWDC; actual amount depends on system size.
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Baltimore, MD, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Baltimore City CDBG Home Repair Program Up to $25,000
- Baltimore City Lead Hazard Reduction Program Up to $20,000
- Baltimore City Weatherization Assistance Program Up to $8,000
- Housing Upgrades to Benefit Seniors (HUBS) Up to $15,000
Key Details
- $750/kWDC grant, capped at $7,500, FY26 portal open until June 5, 2026
- Eligibility: household income ≤150% Maryland AMI
- System must be installed within 180 days of award notice
- First-come, first-served; remaining funding updated weekly on MEA site
- Email msap@mdmea.org for program questions
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- Keep every receipt and invoice: this program pays you back after the work is done, so you pay first and are reimbursed.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: FY26 deadline: June 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET, or until funds exhausted
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Maryland Solar Access Program (MSAP) in Baltimore, MD?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $7,500 grant ($750/kWDC, max 10 kW). Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Maryland Solar Access Program (MSAP) in Baltimore?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Maryland Solar Access Program (MSAP) in Baltimore, MD?
Confirm the application route directly with Maryland Energy Administration (MEA); use the cited source on this page as a starting point. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: FY26 deadline: June 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET, or until funds exhausted.
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