Commercial

MACRS Depreciation Calculator

Calculate 5-year accelerated depreciation for commercial solar with ITC basis reduction and bonus depreciation. Construction must begin before July 4, 2026.

⚠ Commercial Only — Deadline: July 4, 2026

MACRS depreciation is only available to for-profit businesses that own the solar equipment. Your project must begin construction (physical work on-site) before July 4, 2026 to qualify for the ITC. This calculator provides estimates only — consult a tax professional.

System & Cost

Corporate: 21%, Pass-through: varies
PA corporate: 8.99% (2026)

Depreciation Summary

ITC Value
Depreciable Basis
Total Tax Savings
ITC + Depreciation
Net System Cost

What This Means

Year-by-Year Schedule

YearMACRS RateDepreciationFed Tax SavingsState Tax SavingsTotal

Complete Summary

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Notes: MACRS rates: 20%, 32%, 19.2%, 11.52%, 11.52%, 5.76%. ITC reduces depreciable basis by 50% of credit. PA does not conform to federal bonus depreciation — state column uses standard MACRS only.

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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified CPA or tax attorney before making investment decisions.

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