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Village of Winfield (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

International Residential Code 2015 International Building Code 2015 International Existing Building Code 2015 National Electrical Code 2014 International Fire Code 2015 International Energy Conservation Code 2015

IEBC Accepted
1
ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

How Many Plansets Required
2
Revision Required
0
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
Load Side Taps,PV Breaker,Line Side Taps,Meter Adapter
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

Add notes: Local inspector to field verify proper access pathways are provided around the PV installation. Pathways shall be located in areas with minimal obstructions such as landscaping, conduit, or mechanical equipment. Local inspector to field verify that the Maximum Number of Overcurrent Devices does not exceed the number for which the Main panel board is designed, rated and listed. A 2-pole circuit breaker (Tandem Breakers) shall be considered two overcurrent devices. Local inspector to field verify that proper grounding rods (two rods) are connected to the ground bar in the utility meter and proper bonding from the street side of the water meter to the main service panel neutral bus. Local inspector to field verify that all PV system-mounting screws are properly fastened to the roof rafters / trusses. Local inspector to field verify that all interior and exterior conduit, enclosures, and disconnects are properly labeled and marked.

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 Village of Winfield (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.