North Carolina Solar Energy Tax Credit
NC Department of Revenue
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs North Carolina Solar Energy Tax Credit in its Cary, NC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
North Carolina offers a 35% state income tax credit for residential solar installations, capped at $10,800. Credit expires December 31, 2025 unless extended by legislature.
35% of solar installation cost as state tax credit
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Cary, NC, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
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- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- 35% state tax credit for solar installations
- Maximum credit of $10,800
- Available to all NC homeowners
- Combines with 30% federal solar tax credit
- Program ends December 31, 2025
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- 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).
- 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: Systems installed by December 31, 2025
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for North Carolina Solar Energy Tax Credit in Cary, NC?
The Grant Map record states: 35% state tax credit up to max. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for North Carolina Solar Energy Tax Credit in Cary?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for North Carolina Solar Energy Tax Credit in Cary, NC?
Confirm the application route directly with NC Department of Revenue; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (877) 252-3052. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Systems installed by December 31, 2025.
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