(a) As used in this section, the following terms have the following meanings:

1. (1) “kW” means kilowatts or 1,000 watts, as measured from the alternating current side of the solar energy system inverter.
2. (2) “Production home” means a single-family residence constructed as part of a development of at least 50 homes per project that is intended or offered for sale.
3. (3) “Solar energy system” means a solar energy device that has the primary purpose of providing for the collection and distribution of solar energy for the generation of electricity, that produces at least one kW, and not more than five megawatts, alternating current rated peak electricity, and that meets or exceeds the eligibility criteria established pursuant to Section 25782.

(b) A seller of production homes shall offer a solar energy system option to all customers that enter into negotiations to purchase a new production home constructed on land for which an application for a tentative subdivision map has been deemed complete on or after January 1, 2011, and disclose the following:

1. (1) The total installed cost of the solar energy system option.
2. (2) The estimated cost savings associated with the solar energy system option, as determined by the commission pursuant to Chapter 8.8 (commencing with Section 25780) of Division 15.