EP02: Sunblocked by the HOA

In this episode, we’re talking with a brave human named Dustin Cote about his year-long journey of getting solar panels installed on his home in Raleigh, North Carolina. What started as a straightforward project quickly became a lesson in navigating HOA rules, getting neighbors on board, and finding creative solutions to unexpected roadblocks.

We dive into the challenges he faced, his what he’s learned, some ideas on how the process could be improved and the opportunities that exist for making solar installations easier for everyone.

Music by Broke for Free, “Sidewalk Chalk” and “F*ck it'“