Solar panels in Rutland

193 applications since 2020. 151 approved and 12 refused. Refused: about 1 in 14 here, about 1 in 10 across the councils we cover.

Last updated 9 November 2026.

Without planning permission

On a pitched roof, no more than 0.2 m proud of the slope and no higher than the highest part of the roof, chimneys aside
On a flat roof, no more than 0.6 m above the highest part of the roof, chimneys aside
On a wall, no more than 0.2 m out if it abuts a road, 0.4 m otherwise
Not on a listed house
Plug-in panels not on a wooden wall or timber cladding
Sited to keep the effect on the look of the house and the area as small as possible

England, houses only. Flats, listed buildings, conservation areas and Article 4 directions change this. The full rules.

Year	Applications	Approved	Refused
2026	32	23	0
2025	48	31	4
2024	32	27	2
2023	35	32	2
2022	30	25	2
2021	12	9	2
2020	4	4	0

Council	Approved	Refused	How often
South Kesteven	131	11	about 1 in 13