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City of Calumet City (IL)

Illinois Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements

NEC Code Version2020

Fire Code Version2015 Building Code

SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted

Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural,Digital Electrical

Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version: 2020

Fire Code Version: 2015 Building Code

Code List: 2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE 2020 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

IEBC Accepted: 1

ASCE Code Specification: ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status: Targeted

Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions: 1

SolarAPP+ Restrictions: MPU,Derate

How Many Plansets Required: 1

Revision Required: 1

Rough Inspection: None

New Planset Required For Module Swap: 0

Stamps

Ee Stamp Required On SLD: Yes

Wet Stamps Required: Digital Structural,Digital Electrical

Structural Calculations Required: Yes

Stamp Location On Plans: Unspecified

Date On Stamps: Expiration Date

Fire setbacks

Fire Setback Enforced: 1

Setback Notes: 3' Setback from Rake and 3' Along the Ridge

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,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

Site Notes: AHJ only allows modules on the primary house. Doesn't allow modules on detached structure like garage, shed, carport,etc.

Electrical Diagram: 2 ground rods require at 6' apart.

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 Calumet City (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.