Solar for Apartment Residents (SoAR) Grant Program NSW

About this grant

This program provides funding to support the installation of solar panels on eligible apartment buildings and other multi-unit dwellings in NSW.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Nsw residential owners corporations.
• Funding can be used towards the cost of the following products and services:
• Roof waterproofing only where required due to the solar installation.
• As defined under the program guidelines, an eligible applicant must be either:
• A nsw residential owners corporation responsible for the management of a strata scheme under the
• If authorised to do so by the owners corporation.
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What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $150K per project.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/solar-for-apartment-residents-soar-grant-program-nsw for application details

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