Commercial Roof Solar Lease & PPA Representation
Many commercial rooftops can generate passive lease income through solar development. Pelzar CRE evaluates whether your roof qualifies, packages the opportunity, and represents you through the developer RFP and negotiation process.
Submit Roof for ReviewSolar Developers Lease Commercial Rooftops
Solar developers seek large commercial rooftops to install systems, export power, or serve building load. The owner receives annual lease income — no installation cost, no maintenance.
Pelzar CRE evaluates your roof, determines whether it's a realistic candidate, and represents you through the full developer RFP process.
Two Possible Solar Paths
Front-of-the-Meter / Export Solar Roof Lease
A solar developer leases the rooftop, installs and owns the system, and exports power to the grid. The property owner receives lease income — typically an annual rent payment. This structure is most common on large commercial rooftops in areas with strong solar incentives or utility interconnection.
Behind-the-Meter (BTM) Power Purchase Agreement
The solar system is designed to serve the building's or tenant's electric load directly. The building owner or tenant purchases power at a discounted rate from the developer. The owner may receive a hosting fee or reduced energy costs. This structure depends on building load profile, tenant cooperation, and utility billing structure.
What Solar Developers Look For
- Large flat or low-slope commercial rooftops (10,000+ sq ft preferred)
- Roof age under 10–12 years, or recently replaced
- Good structural capacity — able to support panel weight
- Minimal shading from adjacent buildings, trees, or rooftop equipment
- Strong utility/grid access and interconnection potential
- Owner-controlled roof rights (not encumbered by tenant lease)
- High building or tenant electric load (for behind-the-meter PPA structures)
When Solar Doesn't Work
- Poor roof condition requiring replacement before developer will commit
- Excessive shading or restricted airspace
- Small roof area (under 5,000 sq ft is usually not viable)
- No interconnection capacity or utility territory constraints
- Restricted roof rights held by master tenant or ground lease
Submit Your Roof for Review
Complete the owner intake form with your property details. We'll evaluate whether your roof is a realistic solar lease candidate and follow up within 24–48 hours.
Submit a Property for Review