Solar in Bountiful in 2026: How Bountiful City Light & Power Changes the Math

Bountiful runs its own city electric utility, which means the rules for crediting your solar are set locally and work differently than the Rocky Mountain Power territory around it. Get those rules right and Bountiful can be a strong solar market. Add Mike's instant 30 percent rebate before July 4, 2026 and it is worth a serious look. Here is what to know.

Bountiful City Light & Power sets its own rules

Most of Utah is served by Rocky Mountain Power on net billing. Bountiful is different. Bountiful City Light & Power is a municipal utility that offers solar customers a default Net Metering Hybrid, plus a Feed-in Tariff option for homeowners who want to sell all their solar back to the utility at time-of-day rates. Residential single-phase systems are capped at 10 kW.

Because the city sets these terms and they can change, confirm the current Bountiful City Light & Power solar option, rates, and fees with Mike before sizing a system. The right choice between the Net Metering Hybrid and the Feed-in Tariff depends on how and when your home uses power, and Mike can model both for you.

What changed federally in 2026

The federal residential solar tax credit ended on January 1, 2026 for cash and loan buyers. You no longer claim 30 percent back on your taxes. Mike replaces it with an instant 30 percent rebate applied at signing, already in your quote, with nothing to file. The rebate ends July 4, 2026, then full price.

Designing the right system in Bountiful

With a 10 kW residential cap and two billing options, system design matters more here than in a standard net billing market. The goal is to match your system and your billing option to how your home actually uses power. A Tesla Powerwall 3 can help you use more of your own production directly and adds outage backup. For most Bountiful homes, Tesla solar panels are the cost-effective choice. If your roof is aging, the Tesla Solar Roof is the premium option, chosen for the look and protection over payback.

Run the savings calculator on this page for a starting estimate, then let Mike tailor it to Bountiful City Light & Power's rules and your usage.

Is your Bountiful home a good fit?

You are likely a strong candidate if your monthly bill runs over $120, you have south or west roof exposure, your home is served by Bountiful City Light & Power, and you own it.

FAQ

Does Bountiful have net metering? Bountiful City Light & Power offers a default Net Metering Hybrid plus a Feed-in Tariff option. Confirm current terms with Mike, since the city can change them.

Do I get a federal tax credit in 2026? Not for cash or loan purchases. That ended January 1, 2026. Mike's instant 30 percent rebate captures that value up front.

Is there a system size limit in Bountiful? Residential single-phase solar is generally capped at 10 kW, so sizing to your usage matters. Mike designs within the limit.

What happens after July 4, 2026? The instant 30 percent rebate ends and projects move to full price.

See your Bountiful number before July 4, 2026

Bountiful's local utility rules reward a well-designed system. Run the calculator above for a starting point, then call or text Mike at 385-312-0904 or get a free quote at asksolarmike.com/google to dial it in.