City of Elgin (IL)
Codes
- NEC Code Version
- 2020
- Fire Code Version
- 2018 Building Code
- Code List
2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE WITH CITY OF ELGIN AMENDMENTS
2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE WITH CITY OF ELGIN AMENDMENTS
2020 NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE WITH CITY OF ELGIN AMENDMENTS
2014 STATE OF ILLINOIS PLUMBING CODE WITH CITY OF ELGIN AMENDMENTS
2021 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE WITH CITY OF ELGIN AMENDMENTS
2021 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE WITH CITY OF ELGIN AMENDMENTS 2021 NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
2021 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE AS AMENDED BY THE STATE OF ILLINOIS
- ASCE Code Specification
- ASCE 7-16
SolarAPP+ & submittal
- SolarAPP+ Status
- Targeted
- Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- 1
- SolarAPP+ Restrictions
- MPU,Derate
- How Many Plansets Required
- 2
- Revision Required
- 1
- Rough Inspection
- None
- New Planset Required For Module Swap
- 1
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
If the structure has a pitched roof (including main and accessory structures), the array shall be mounted a minimum of 36 below the ridgeline, and per ordinance shall maintain 36 clearance at roof gable ends. A minimum of 36 inches around all rooftop equipment and/or skylights as well as around the perimeter of the building roof. Detached structures with pitched roofs follow the same setback requirements.
Structural & loads
- Wind Speed
- 115
- Wind Notes
Exposure Category B
- Snow Load
- 30
- Reducible Snow Load Allowed
- 1
- Max Attachment Spacing
- 96
- Structural Notes
Wall-Mounted Units Requirements
- If units are wall-mounted, provide signed and stamped details from a design professional registered in Illinois (Architect or Structural Engineer).
- Details must show mounting specifications and certify that the existing structure can support the proposed weight.
- Minimum Ground On Roof
- #10
Electrical
- Electrical Load Calcs Required
- Derates,Battery
- 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
LOAD CALCS REQUIRED
Provide scalable elevations of the battery, including:
- Mounting heights for each battery
- Distance between each unit
- Distance to any doors, windows, or obstructions
Provide dimensions from the edge of the building to the battery
Generic elevations are not accepted - must be scaled drawings, need to show roof as well
Include the installation manual
Approved Job ---> Approved Job Link
- Separate ESS Disconnect Required
- ESS Disconnect
- ESS Elevation Detail Required
- Yes
Plan set
- Electrical Diagram
- Electrical Diagram Notes
CLARIFY BACKUP BATTERY VS NON-BACKUP IN TITLE BLOCK
Battery [ATS IS SERVICE RATED]
- Custom Placards Required
- 0
Ground mount
- Ground Mount Fencing Required
- Mesh/Scrim