HOA Homefront — The HOA is not working with me on solar

Q. I have been trying to get solar panels installed on my shared roof, which is maintained by the HOA. The CCRs state that the HOA can ask for removal of solar panels for maintenance, and the HOA is trying to force me to remove the panels twice every year so that the roofing vendors can perform maintenance. The law prohibits “unreasonable” restrictions against solar installations, and if the contractor says it’s unnecessary to remove the solar panels twice a year, that expense does sound unreasonable. It’s not unusual to ask homeowners to agree to remove panels if roof repairs require it, but you are saying it is not necessary. By installing solar panels on the roof you are not just pursuing an architectural change to your property, you are seeking to change common area.