Looking for regulations/requirements for a timber car port for roof-mounted solar panels
Hello solar people - looking for advice.
I am considering building a timber framed car port, and would like solar panels on the roof of it. Something like this:
My business is construction, so doing the build of the frame is no issue. I would be looking to get an external installer for the solar and battery.
What I am not sure about is the requirements for the frame in terms of regulations. I am aware that in order to export energy back to the grid you need an "MCS accredited" install. It's my understanding that the installer needs to be MCS-registered, and they need to use MCS accredited mounting frames. Are there any requirements on the construction of the car port timber frame? Has anyone gone through this process, and can point me to correct information for the UK? Any documentation? Have contacted MCS directly but no luck.
Thank you, any advice would be helpful.
Posted Aug 13, 2026, 4:18 PM UTC