New Hampshire Solar Incentives — Complete Guide
Solar Property Tax Exemption (Form PA-29)
New Hampshire allows municipalities to adopt a solar energy systems property tax exemption under RSA 72:61-62.
Coverage
The majority of NH cities and towns have adopted this exemption — it excludes the full assessed value of your solar equipment (panels, inverters, and for municipalities that re-adopted after January 1, 2020, battery storage too) from your property tax assessment.
Exemption Amount
The exemption amount and eligibility varies by municipality, but many offer a 100% exemption of equipment value.
Participating Municipalities
Most major cities participate, including:
- Concord
- Nashua
- Portsmouth
- Dover
- And many others
⚠️ Note: To confirm your municipality has adopted the exemption and the specific amount offered, contact your local Assessor's Office. Not all NH towns participate, though the vast majority of major cities do.
How to Apply
File Form PA-29 with your local assessor to claim the exemption.
Class 1 NEPOOL-GIS Renewable Energy Credits (RECs)
New Hampshire systems can earn Class 1 RECs through NEPOOL-GIS.
How It Works
- Venture Home handles registration on your behalf
- RECs are generated based on actual electricity production
- 1 REC per 1 MWh produced
No State Sales or Income Tax
Sales Tax
New Hampshire has no general sales tax, so you automatically save on the purchase of solar equipment without needing to take any action.
Income Tax
There is no state income tax in New Hampshire, so there is no state-level solar tax credit.
Quick Summary
| Incentive | Value | How to Claim |
|---|---|---|
| Property Tax Exemption | Varies (up to 100%) | File Form PA-29 |
| Class 1 RECs | Market-based | VH handles registration |
| Sales Tax | None (0%) | Automatic |
| Income Tax Credit | None | N/A |
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