Solarize Lexington

In 2023, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government partnered with the Kentucky Solar Energy Society to launch Solarize Lexington. The program is back for a second round in 2024. See where solar panels were installed in 2023.

The program helps households reduce their reliance on the electric grid by making installing solar photovoltaics (PV) easier. Solarize Lexington will:

  • Connect participants to a vetted solar installer, Solar Energy Solutions*
  • Provide a step-by-step walk-through of the solar installation process and
  • Give households access to discounted wholesale rates (up to 15% off).

Going solar has many potential benefits, including:

  • Reducing a homeowner’s energy bill
  • Reducing a homeowner’s carbon footprint
  • Increasing a property’s value and
  • Supporting local jobs by supporting local solar installers.

*Solar Energy Solutions is the only official installer for the 2024 Solarize Lexington program

Eligible applicants

The program is open to all homeowners in Lexington-Fayette County. Other property owners (non-profits, small businesses, places of worship) are also welcome to apply. Participants are responsible for the (discounted) cost of solar panels and installation. Federal tax credits are available to help offset costs.

Limited funding is available for low- to moderate-income homeowners. Please scroll down for additional information about the solar grant program.

All solar installations will be individual contracts between the property owner and the solar installer.  The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government will not assume any liability related to the installation.

Solarize Lexington grant program

LFUCG has limited funds available to assist qualified low- to moderate-income homeowners.

Participants wishing to apply for grant funds must own and occupy their home. Financial qualification is determined by household income and family size.  Household income must not exceed 80% of Area Median Income (AMI), as defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

If you believe you qualify for grant funds, DO NOT fill out the Program Interest Form. Instead, contact the Division of Community and Resident Services at (859) 300-5300 for prescreening. Documentation of identity, proof of residence, homeownership, and income are required. If the prescreening process determines that you are income-eligible for grant funds, your property will continue through the evaluation process to determine if your home’s roof is suitable for solar panels (see the next section below). 

Household Income < 80% Area Median Income
Family of 1 < $50,050
Family of 2 < $57,200
Family of 3 < $64,350
Family of 4 < $71,450
Family of 5 < $77,200
Family of 6 < $82,900
Family of 7 < $88,600
Family of 8 < $94,350

Grants will be available for those who qualify, on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are depleted.

Solarize Lexington interest form

By filling out this form, you are expressing your initial interest in the Solarize Lexington Program which offers a discounted price and an easier path to solar installations. Completion of this form does not obligate you to buy anything. The form simply provides our Solarize Lexington Team with the initial information to help you decide whether solar is right for you.

Submit the interest form

The enrollment period ends Aug. 9, 2024.

Contracts must be signed by Sept. 27, 2024.

Solarize Lexington workshops

Still have questions? Click on the links below to register for one of our upcoming workshops or view the recorded workshop.

Mon., April 1, 6 p.m. | Pivot Brewing, 200 Delaware Ave. Register

Tues., May 7, noon | Central Library, 140 East Main St., Meeting Room B Register

Thurs., May 16, noon | Virtual Register

More dates and times coming soon! 

Will solar panels work on my roof?

Would you like to know if solar panels will work on your roof? The Solarize Lexington Team will conduct a free solar assessment of your property.

To find out more, sign up for a no obligation assessment.

The assessment accounts for:

  • The direction your home’s roof faces;
  • How shaded your roof is; and
  • The amount of space available on your roof for solar panels.  


If your roof is a good fit for solar, your information will be shared with our selected installer who will then reach out to you within three days to discuss next steps. If your roof is not a good fit for solar, we will let you know the reason(s) why. If your property has undergone recent changes, a reassessment can be conducted.

What information will my electric bill provide as part of the evaluation?

Providing your energy information allows our team to estimate what size of a solar installation your property might need.  This information will help the solar installer develop a more accurate initial quote.

Energy efficiency information

A great first step to reducing your energy bills and carbon footprint is to make your house more energy efficient. If you do get solar PV, minimizing the amount of energy you use maximizes the value of your panels. 

This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award numbers SLFRP0292/SLFRP3418 awarded to Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government by the U.S. Department of Treasury.

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