News and legal updates to keep you informed about all solar-related regulations and available grants.

Energy Communities Regulations

regulations of energy communities in Spain and Europe: what laws regulate them, what figures exist (RECs and PPAs) and how they benefit citizens and municipalities.

Taxation of leasing land for solar farms

Renting a plot of land for a solar farm in Girona is taxed as real estate capital if you only lease the land, while if you decide to exploit the plant yourself, the income is considered economic activity. In both cases, you must charge VAT on the invoices and be registered in the census of entrepreneurs, although you will normally be exempt from paying IAE if you are an individual.

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Can you be fined for installing solar panels without permits?

Yes, installing solar panels without requesting a building permit or complying with the regulations can result in fines ranging from 300 € to 6,000 €, in addition to the obligation to dismantle the installation, lose subsidies or not be able to compensate surpluses.