With Board of Assessors as Judges, Rooftop Solar Facilities Get 20 Years!
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The Gardner Board of Assessors including Christine Kumar and Paulette Burns primarily focused the meeting discussion on abatement applications submitted by solar companies for residential systems.
In a sweeping ruling, the Board passed a motion granting a twenty-year tax exemption for rooftop solar facilities that primarily serve the property’s own energy needs. This legal clarification aligns with state recommendations to prevent future confusion regarding personal property taxes.