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Product Type - Photovoltaic Systems
Federal Tax Credit Specification
Montana Tax Credit Specification
Photovoltaic systems must provide electricity for the residence, and must meet applicable fire and electrical code requirement.
Montana has no minimum photovoltaic system standards.
Federal Tax Credit
Montana Tax Credit
30% of cost
Cost up to $500 per taxpayer*
Federal Notes
Montana Notes
Must be placed in service** before December 31, 2016.
The photovoltaic system must be installed in the taxpayer’s principal residence.
*    The alternative energy credits are allowed only for initial installations. No credit is allowed for repair, maintenance, or upgrades.
**   The IRS defines “placed in service as when the property is ready and available for use.