How PremiumCAD Helps Installers Overcome Solar Permitting Delays Nationwide
At PremiumCAD , we collaborate with solar installers and contractors across the U.S. every day. Again and again, we heard the same frustration: “Permitting is slowing everything down.” We wanted to understand the true impact. So, in Q2 2025 , we surveyed over 90 solar professionals nationwide —from small local installers to multi-state EPCs. The results confirmed our concerns and revealed a clear need for smarter, faster solutions. Using the STAR framework , here’s what we found: ⭐ SITUATION The U.S. solar market is booming thanks to tax credits, rising utility costs, and strong sustainability mandates. Yet, permitting remains a critical bottleneck: 📌 72% of surveyed companies said permitting delays were their #1 obstacle to scaling. From city-specific drawing requirements to repeated plan rejections, even seasoned teams reported multi-week delays that cost both customers and revenue. 🎯 TARGET The objective was clear: speed up permit approvals without sacrificing compli...