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City of Des Plaines (IL)

Illinois Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2014
Fire Code Version2015 Building Code
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2014
Fire Code Version
2015 Building Code
Code List

2015 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE

2015 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE

2014 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

IEBC Accepted
1
ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

How Many Plansets Required
1
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
None
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD
No
Wet Stamps Required
Digital Structural
Structural Calculations Required
Yes
Stamp Location On Plans
Unspecified
Date On Stamps
Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
1
Setback Notes

Standard 3' Fire Setbacks

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
115
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
30
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

PE Requirements

  • SE digital stamps on corresponding PV pages & PE Letter / Calcs.
  • WS 115 MPH GSL 30 PSF
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
1

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes

Standard

Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements


Cover Page Notes

All Jobs [Require both building and electrical - will have to go inside for all inspections. // A qualified Electrician, approved plans, this plan review, attic access and a ladder are required to be available on site at time of inspections. // Inspector will verify hot-cold-gas at water heater. // Inspector will verify CWB from panel to main water service with jumper across meter. // Must have Dual Power Source sticker on MSP cover. // Inspector will verify tightness of clamps and bushings as well as check for duct seal at entry point of MSP.]

Site Notes

All Jobs [Panels and modules shall not be located less than 3 feet below the roof ridge to allow for fire department smoke ventilation operations. (IRC R324.7.2.5)]

Roof Plan


Roof Plan Notes

All Jobs [Panels and modules shall not be located less than 3 feet below the roof ridge to allow for fire department smoke ventilation operations. (IRC R324.7.2.5)]

Electrical Diagram


Electrical Diagram Notes

All Jobs [#6 AWG TO TWO NEW GROUND RODS 5/8" X 8' SPACED 6' APART AND BONDED TO METAL WATER PIPE WITHIN 5' OF POINT OF ENTRANCE]

Custom Placards Required
0

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Mesh/Scrim
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the City of Des Plaines (IL) building department before you rely on this, and treat it as a research head start, not a ruling. Getting quotes? Run them through the quote checker first.