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Connecticut solar permits

Permit timelines, fees, reviews and inspections for 45 Connecticut jurisdictions. Across them, the median time to a residential solar permit is 6.5 business days.

Connecticut utility interconnection

UtilityApproval before installApply viaFeeUtility responseSystem size capCapacity map
Connecticut Light & Power Co (CL&P / Eversource)RequiredPortalOnline payment15 days (voluntary)No size cap on recordHosting capacity map
United Illuminating Co (UIC)RequiredEmailNo online payment15 days (voluntary)No size cap on recordYes

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Source: SolarTRACE, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), 2025-09-09 release. Times are medians for residential solar in the year shown. Requirements change — confirm current rules, fees and forms with the jurisdiction before you submit.