Solar panels in Flagler County, FL
Compare solar costs, payback and local permit rules across 3 Flagler County towns served by FPL, then get free, no-obligation quotes.
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By the FL Solar Deals Editorial Team · Updated October 2026 · How we research
Quick answer
Is solar worth it in Flagler County, FL?
For many homes, yes. With a $200 monthly bill, we estimate a system costs about $27,000 in Flagler County and pays for itself in about 13.6 to 13.7 years on an unshaded, south-facing roof, because FPL credits exported solar at the full retail rate.
How does solar compare across Flagler County towns?
| Town | Output per kW | Cost | Payback | Median home value | Owner-occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beverly Beach | 1,450 kWh | $27,000 | 13.6 yrs | $345,100 | 95% |
| Flagler Beach | 1,450 kWh | $27,000 | 13.6 yrs | $557,600 | 83% |
| Palm Coast | 1,440 kWh | $27,000 | 13.7 yrs | $350,800 | 82% |
Estimates for a cash purchase on an unshaded, south-facing roof. Home values and ownership rates are U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates; n/a means no Census figure was available. How we estimate
What should Flagler County homeowners know about solar?
- Flagler County's Central Permitting office posts a solar contractor packet and solar electrical requirements for unincorporated areas.
- During Hurricane Milton in October 2024, about 7 in 10 FPL accounts in Flagler County (51,880 of 73,430) were without power at one point, per the Public Service Commission.
- FPL's 2025 report to the Public Service Commission lists 2,720 customer-owned solar systems on its lines in Flagler County, 299 of them connected in 2025, by our count. See Florida solar by county.
Sources: Flagler County: Central Permitting documents; Florida PSC: Hurricane Milton outage report, Oct. 10, 2024, 3 p.m.; Florida PSC: FPL interconnection and net metering report for 2025 (Apr. 2026)
What do Flagler County towns require for solar?
Permits and zoning rules are set town by town. Highlights from each town's own rules:
- Beverly Beach: Hurricane Nicole in November 2022 caused about $1.2 million in damage in Beverly Beach, one of the hardest-hit parts of the Flagler County coast, out of $23.7 million countywide in the first assessment.
- Flagler Beach: Hurricane Milton in October 2024 caused at least $19 million in home damage across Flagler County, just over $11 million of it in Flagler Beach, and tore the roof off City Hall.
- Palm Coast: Palm Coast issues rooftop solar under its own permit type (SLRE, solar electric photovoltaic), with building and electrical review, and plan reviewers have asked for an engineer to certify that the existing roof can carry the panels.
Each town page has the full details and sources.
Will solar raise my Flagler County property taxes?
No. Under Florida law (s. 193.624), the value a solar system adds to a home isn't counted in its assessed value. If you're unsure whether anything needs to be filed, ask the Flagler County Property Appraiser.
Solar equipment is also exempt from Florida sales tax, so it's already left out of the installed price.
How does solar work with FPL in Flagler County?
FPL credits the solar you send to the grid as a kWh credit at the full retail rate. Unused credits roll forward for up to 12 months, and anything left at year-end is paid out at only a few cents per kWh, so systems are sized to cover a year of use. Solar can't take a bill below the monthly minimum ($30 at FPL).
See the full FPL solar guide.
Choosing a company? Check each installer's Florida license, compare at least two quotes and run them through our solar quote checker.
Flagler County solar FAQ
Which electric utility serves Flagler County?
The towns we cover in Flagler County are served by FPL, which credits exported solar at the full retail rate under Florida's net metering rule. Some addresses are on a city-owned utility or co-op, so check your bill.
How long does solar take to pay back in Flagler County?
For an unshaded home with a $200 monthly bill, we estimate payback of about 13.6 to 13.7 years in Flagler County, paying cash with no rebate.
Will solar raise my property taxes in Flagler County?
No. Florida law keeps the value that solar adds to a home out of its property tax assessment. Ask the Flagler County Property Appraiser if you're unsure whether anything needs to be filed.
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