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Village of Lombard (IL)

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

Codes

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

LOMBARD MUNICIPAL CODES, TITLE XV: LAND USAGE 2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2017 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
3
Revision Required
0
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

3' From Rake From eave to Ridge and 3' Along the Ridge, 3' from ALL hips. 18'' allowed from valleys

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
115
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
30
Snow Load Notes

30 PSF

Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

Use 2012 IBC in structural calculations

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

Electrical Load Calcs Required
Derates
Allowed POI
PV Breaker,Meter Adapter,Line Side Taps,Load Side Taps
Panel Schedule Required
Partial Home Backup
Temperature Rating
90
De Rating Ampacity
0.96

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

Modified setbacks are NOT allowed Roof access points shall be located in areas that do not require placement of ground ladder(s) over openings such as windows, doors, etc. and do not conflict with overhead obstructions such as tree limbs, wires, etc.

Roof Plan

**-Modified setbacks are NOT allowed** **-Roof access points shall be located in areas that do not require placement of ground ladder(s) over openings such as windows, doors, etc. and do not conflict with overhead obstructions such as tree limbs, wires, etc.**

Electrical Diagram

Standard

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 Lombard (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.