Missouri Solar Easements & Rights Laws

In Missouri, the right to utilize solar energy is a property right, but eminent domain may not be used to obtain such a property right. Easements obtained for the purpose of construction, reconstruction, remodeling, or acquisition of a solar energy system should be created in writing and are subject to the same conveyance and instrument recording requirements as other easements. Solar easements are considered a negative (i.e., restrictive or use prohibitive) easement and cannot be acquired by prescription; they must be negotiated expressly. In June 2022, Missouri adopted S.B. 820 , which prevents deed restrictions, covenants, and other similar binding agreements running with the land from prohibiting or unreasonably limiting the installation of solar panels on rooftops.