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Village of Addison (IL)

Illinois Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2017
Fire Code Version2018 Building Code
SolarAPP+ StatusNot accepted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2017
Fire Code Version
2018 Building Code
Code List

2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (IBC)

2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE (IRC)

2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE (IMC)

2018 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE (IPC)

2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE (IFGC)

2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE (IECC)

2018 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE (IEBC)

2018 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE (ISPSC)

2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC)

AS ADOPTED BY VILLAGE OF ADDISON

IEBC Accepted
1
ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Not accepted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
3
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
None
New Planset Required For Module Swap
1

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
110
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
30
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
48
Structural Notes

Standard

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

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

Electrical Diagram

MPU Include type of service (overhead or underground) Show amperage, voltage, and location of new proposed panel along with any required working clearances Include panel schedule showing the number and the size of circuits Include the size and type of conduit used show the method of grounding the system For Overhead services, also include: Clearance of service drop conductor above the roof (if applicable) Clearance of service drop conductors above grade Verification that the service head will be located above the point of attachment Other MPU notes Dwelling units exceeding 2,000 sq feet shall be supplied with a minimum 200A single phase, three wire panel RMC shall be used as the raceway for service entrance conductors from the meter socket to the main disconnect

Electrical Diagram Notes

**When MPU is needed please provide the following on planset :** * Indicate that smoke detectors will be provided. Due to the electrical panel upgrade smoke alarms must be provided. * Indicate that smoke alarms will be provided within each bedroom in the immediate vicinity but outside of each bedroom and on each level of the home. * All smoke alarms must be hard wired, with back up batteries and wired in such a way that the activation of any one detector will sounds all detectors. * Wireless alarms can be used. Also provide a carbon monoxide detector within 15 feet of every room used for sleeping.

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 Addison (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.