Property Ownership
Solar easements in Utah protect a property owner's:
ARight to install solar panels regardless of zoning
BAccess to sunlight for solar energy purposes from obstruction by neighboring structures or vegetation✓ Correct
CAbility to sell solar energy credits without a license
DRight to have government solar subsidies guaranteed
Explanation
Utah Code §57-13 allows property owners to create solar easements protecting their access to sunlight for solar energy purposes. The easement is recorded and restricts neighboring landowners from building or planting in ways that would shade the solar system.
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