UK Government confirms rooftop solar mandate for new build homes by 2027
UK Government confirms rooftop solar panels will be mandatory on most new build homes by 2027 under the Future Homes Standard
UPOWA ready to support housebuilders with compliant, cost-effective solar delivery at pace and scale
Builds on UPOWA’s 15+ years of solar expertise and strong partnerships with leading developers to future-proof UK housing
The UK Government has officially confirmed that rooftop solar panels will be required on almost all new build homes in England by 2027 under revised Building Regulations and the Future Homes Standard.
The new regulation forms a key part of the updated Future Homes Standard, designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce household carbon emissions, and accelerate the transition to net zero. This is a policy milestone positions solar PV as a standard requirement — not a sustainability ‘extra’. From 2027, housebuilders must integrate solar technology into the majority of new homes to meet regulatory, planning, and consumer expectations.
UPOWA Inline Solar PV systems installed on new build homes at Wintringham, Cambridgeshire — delivering Future Homes Standard compliance.
“This is a defining milestone for our industry — and a long-awaited one. Mandating rooftop solar will help create a generation of smarter, more efficient homes that are cheaper to run and better for the planet. At UPOWA, we’ve been preparing for this future for over 15 years — investing in scalable systems, quality assurance, and collaborative partnerships with housebuilders across the UK. We’re proud to play our part in powering the homes of the future, and we’re ready to help our clients prepare for 2027 and deliver solar-ready homes at pace and scale.”
A trusted solar delivery partner for housebuilders
As a leading national solar PV partner for housebuilders including Barratt Redrow and Taylor Wimpey, UPOWA welcomes the announcement as a long-awaited step forward for sustainable housing delivery.
With over 30,000 solar PV installations completed since 2008, UPOWA is already trusted by housebuilders across the UK to deliver compliant, cost-effective solar PV systems into their developments — without disruption to build programmes or budgets.
“This mandate raises the bar — and rightly so. Our clients need a delivery partner who can scale with confidence, keep programmes on track, and ensure systems are designed for long-term performance. That’s exactly what UPOWA does — and we’re ready to help the sector deliver solar-ready homes without compromise.”
Why this matters
The solar mandate will help reduce household energy bills by up to £500 per year
It aligns with growing planning authority expectations for low-carbon technologies
It supports the UK’s net zero goals while driving green jobs and sustainable innovation across the housing sector
Industry-leading bodies including Future Homes Hub, Solar Energy UK, and national developers have backed the policy as a crucial step toward delivering net-zero-ready homes across England.
Powering the transition to solar homes
UPOWA delivers an end-to-end solar PV service that includes early-stage design, in-house installation, and aftercare — with integrated options for battery storage and EV charging.
With six regional hubs and a dedicated training academy, and the backing of Brickability Group PLC, UPOWA offers the national coverage and local expertise housebuilders need to meet the solar mandate and the Future Homes Standard with confidence.
Get future-home ready with UPOWA
For housebuilders and developers, this policy shift brings both regulatory and cost considerations — but it also presents a major opportunity to future-proof homes, enhance buyer value, and streamline sustainability compliance.
If you’re reviewing how the solar mandate affects your 2026 development pipeline or upcoming planning applications, now is the time to act. Talk to our expert team today and discover how UPOWA can help you deliver high-quality, solar-ready homes — on time, on budget, and at scale.