Minnesota
Commercial Solar ROI.
Helping MN businesses transform utility expenses into appraised asset value for over 13 years. Run your 2026 financial forecast below.
2026 ROI Forecast
Property Valuation Model
System Estimate
System Size
400 kW
Gross Cost
$1,333,333
Financing Option
Estimated Payback
4.2 Years*
Building Value Increase
$150,000
*Payback assumes full 30% ITC and MACRS. Individual tax positions may vary.
Performance by Asset Class
Industrial
High-Yield Flat Roofs
Multi-Family
NOI-Driven Arrays
Retail / Mixed-Use
OpEx Control
Built on 13 Years of MN Grid Expertise
MN Commercial Solar is an independent ROI-modeling platform. To ensure 100% financial accuracy, every audit requested here is processed by the senior engineering team at Apadana Technology.
13+
Years in MN
MWs
Installed
Class A
Licensed
2026
Compliant
The 2026 Solar Audit Checklist
Essential variables our engineers verify for every MN commercial asset.
- 01
ITC Compliance Audit
Verification that your project meets the July 3, 2026 Safe Harbor start-date.
- 02
MACRS Tax Strategy
Accelerated 5-year depreciation modeling to maximize Year-1 cash flow.
- 03
NOI Value Appraisal
Calculating exactly how much your property valuation will increase at a 7% Cap Rate.
- 04
Utility Interconnect
MN-specific grid capacity check for Xcel Energy and local Co-ops.
2026 Strategy FAQ
Does solar work with Minnesota snow?
Yes. Cold temperatures increase efficiency. Our 13 years of engineering ensures racking handles MN snow loads; shed usually occurs within 48 hours.
What is the July 3, 2026 deadline?
The legislative 'Begin Construction' cutoff to lock in the 30% ITC. Requires 5% Safe Harbor spend or significant physical work.
How is the $3/sqft value boost calculated?
Reducing OpEx increases Net Operating Income (NOI). At a 7% cap rate, every $1 saved adds ~$14 in equity value.
Is there a property tax penalty in MN?
No. Minnesota law provides a specific property tax exemption for the value added by solar energy systems.
What is the ROI for Multi-Family assets?
Owners see the fastest ROI by offsetting 'house loads' (hallways/elevators), directly increasing the building's appraised valuation.
What are the 2026 MACRS rules?
Solar is a 5-year asset. We model high year-one deductions to provide an immediate tax-shield for your business income.
Do you offer the USDA REAP Grant?
Yes. For rural/small biz, the 50% REAP Grant can stack with the ITC to cover up to 80% of project costs.
Who performs the engineering audits?
All audits are processed by Apadana Technology, a licensed MN Class A Electrical Contractor with 13 years of history.