Florida Solar Contracting Law – Notice of Commencement
Sometimes we are asked by a home or business owner why they have to sign a Notice of Commencement (NOC) when installing a solar pool heating, solar water heating, or solar electric system. Buyers may not realize that when purchasing a solar energy system, they are entering into a binding construction contract, which falls under the Florida Construction Lien Laws. Any time permitted improvements are made to real property, owners should consider a contract to be handled as any other construction contract. The laws are a bit complex, but the purpose of a NOC is pretty simple: It notifies the jurisdiction that improvements are beingRead More →