Shading: Is your roof overshadowed and, if so, for how much of the day? You can find out the average sunlight reaching your roof by using the Australian PV Institute's
Live Solar Potential Tool, and check our information about solar overshadowing to help guide you through some of the challenges.
Roof structure: It's important to assess the roof structure, especially those on heritage buildings, when considering a solar installation. The orientation of your roof, the ease of access to the installation site and the structural integrity of the roof impact the viability of installing solar panels on your roof.
Planning and future development: The City of Melbourne is a growth area - check if buildings are likely to be built nearby that would overshadow your solar installation. Refer to our planning guidance for more information about planning permits and requirements.