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Solar Carport FAQs

FAQs

Everything you’re
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Answers to the questions we hear most about solar carports and EV charging canopies. Can’t see yours? Ask us directly.

What is a solar carport?
A solar carport is a purpose-built structure that covers parking and carries a solar array on its roof. It shades and protects vehicles while generating electricity, and can integrate EV charging. Unlike a rooftop system, it does not use your building’s roof.
What is the NOVA carport and why is it different?
SolarPark installs the NOVA Zero Railing Carport, a fully modular, waterproof system with integrated water guttering and no car-door obstruction. Configure it as single bay, double bay, or combine modules to cover any number of vehicles. It is GAMcorp certified and complies with AS/NZS standards.
How much does a solar carport cost?
Cost depends on the number of bays, EV charging, battery storage and site conditions, and STCs reduce the up-front price. See our cost and ROI guide for the detail, or request a quote for an accurate figure.
Do I need council approval or a DA?
It depends on the structure size, location and your local planning rules in the ACT or NSW. We assess approval requirements as part of the design process and guide you through what is needed for your site.
Can a solar carport charge my EV?
Yes. Every SolarPark carport can be specified EV-ready, and our EV charging canopies integrate solar, optional storage and chargers so you charge largely from your own generation.
What rebates or incentives are available?
Small-scale technology certificates (STCs) apply to eligible systems, larger commercial systems may access LGCs, and NSW has offered EV and fleet incentives. Eligibility and amounts change, so we confirm what applies to your project during the quote.
How long does installation take?
Timeframes depend on the size, configuration and any approvals required, and we give you a clear schedule at quote stage. The NOVA system is flat-packed and pre-labelled, which streamlines the build.
What warranty comes with a SolarPark carport?
Every NOVA carport carries a 25-year manufacturer’s structural warranty, and Meta Electrical adds a 10-year workmanship warranty on the install itself.
Where do you install?
Across Canberra, the ACT and South Coast NSW. Get in touch to check your location.

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Limited time offer

Free EV charger with every SolarPark carport.

Order any SolarPark solar carport and we'll include a Sungrow AC EV charger, installed and ready to charge from your own roof.

Single-phase homes, Sungrow AC22E

Solar-ready fast charger up to 7.4 kW (32 A). Fully charges a standard EV overnight in around 8 hours.

Three-phase homes & business, Sungrow AC22E-01

Rapid three-phase charging up to 22 kW, integrated with your solar to charge straight from your rooftop.

One charger per carport purchase. Model supplied to suit your site (single or three-phase). Limited time, see full terms on the offer page.