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Village of Streamwood (IL)

Illinois Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2023
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2023
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2024 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2023 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE 2024 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE 2024 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE

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

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

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
115
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

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

Standard

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
Meter Adapter,PV Breaker,Load Side Taps,Line Side Taps
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

Plan set

Plan Set Requirements

Can not tap pn Aluminum feeders in this AHJ. If Tap is the method of interconnection we will need to confirm they are copper or refeed with copper feeders

Roof Plan

Panels cannot be installed on accessory structures.

Electrical Diagram

AS OF 12/29/22 THE INSPECTOR IS NOT REQUIRING THE PANEL REQUIREMENTS BELOW. BRANCH WILL KEEP THE INFORMATION THERE JUST IN CASE. - LJ * * * MPUs: The following items are required for main panels in this AHJ. (A) Panelboards in single-family, detached residential units shall have a minimum of thirty (30) circuit spaces. Other dwelling units shall have a minimum of twenty (20) spaces. (B) In all new panelboard installations there shall be a minimum of four (4) unused spaces for overcurrent devices. These spaces are to allow for future expansion of the electrical system. (C) Tandem (duplex), mini-circuit breakers are not permitted and will not be accepted or any installation regardless of the type of construction. (D) All circuit breakers shall be fully sized in dimensions for proper insertion into the panelboard, as set forth by the switchgear or panelboard manufacturer and as listed by a recognized testing laboratory. (E) Substitution of two (2) or more circuit breakers in a space so designed or previously occupied by a lesser number shall not be approved and will not be accepted.

Custom Placards Required
0
Non Standard Revision Requirements

Provide a response letter, and cloud and highlight changes made to the drawings. Identify the page number/detail number where the changes are made. 

Ground mount

Ground Mount Fencing Required
Mesh/Scrim
Compiled from public records, 2026. Requirements change with code cycles and local amendments. Verify with the Village of Streamwood (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.