Question: Will I need approval from my homeowners association?  

Answer:

If there are covenants and restrictions in your neighborhood with regard to PV systems, you will need to consult your homeowners association. 

Colorado statute C.R.S. §38-30-168 limits the effect of restrictive covenants on solar energy devices. The statute prohibits covenants, deeds or contracts that effectively prohibit or restrict the installation or use of a solar energy device solely on the basis of aesthetic consideration.