NY-Sun Affordable Solar Residential Incentive (NYSERDA)

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), NY-Sun Program

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About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs NY-Sun Affordable Solar Residential Incentive (NYSERDA) in its New York City, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

The NY-Sun Affordable Solar Residential Incentive provides enhanced per-watt rebates exclusively for income-eligible households (≤80% AMI) to install rooftop solar. As of March 2026, standard-income MW Block incentives have closed in the Con Edison and Upstate regions, making this the only active NY-Sun residential incentive for most of the state. Homeowners work with a participating NY-Sun contractor who handles the application and applies the rebate directly off the installation price.

Rebate: $0.80/watt upstate/Con Edison; $0.40/watt Long Island. A typical 7 kW system earns $5,600 upstate. Installer deducts rebate from invoice, no direct application by homeowner. Stacks with federal 30% ITC and NY state 25% tax credit.

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Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Enhanced solar rebate of $0.80/watt for income-eligible (≤80% AMI) NY homeowners
  • Only remaining active residential NY-Sun incentive as of March 2026 (standard-income closed)
  • Typical 7 kW system earns ~$5,600 upstate; $0.40/watt on Long Island
  • Installer applies rebate directly off your cost, no out-of-pocket rebate chase
  • Stacks with 30% federal ITC and NY State 25% solar tax credit (up to $5,000)

How to Apply

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Program phone: 1-866-697-3732

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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).
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Deadline: Rolling, only the income-eligible (≤80% AMI) incentive block remains open as of March 2026; standard-income blocks are closed

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for NY-Sun Affordable Solar Residential Incentive (NYSERDA) in New York City, NY?

The Grant Map record states: $0.80/watt upstate and Con Edison territory; $0.40/watt on Long Island (~$5,600 for typical 7 kW system upstate). Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for NY-Sun Affordable Solar Residential Incentive (NYSERDA) in New York City?

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 NY-Sun Affordable Solar Residential Incentive (NYSERDA) in New York City, NY?

Confirm the application route directly with New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), NY-Sun Program; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 1-866-697-3732. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Rolling, only the income-eligible (≤80% AMI) incentive block remains open as of March 2026; standard-income blocks are closed.

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