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City of Galena (IL)

Illinois Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2017
Fire Setback Enforced0

Codes

NEC Code Version
2017
Code List
2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE ILLINOIS STATE PLUMBING CODE 2017 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDINGS CODE 2015 NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION LIFE SAFETY CODE
ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

How Many Plansets Required
1
Revision Required
0
New Planset Required For Module Swap
0

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced
0
Setback Notes
Standard

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
90
Snow Load
20
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Allowed POI
Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter,Load Side Taps,PV Breaker
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.91

Battery / ESS

Unique Battery Placards Needed
0
ESS Notes
Standard
Separate ESS Disconnect Required
ESS Disconnect
ESS Elevation Detail Required
No

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 Galena (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.