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Solar Installation Checklist
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Usually Performed By |
Item |
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Owner/Installer |
Determine if your roof gets enough sun with Google App |
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Owner |
Review consumer protection guidance |
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Owner/Installer |
Review Zoning Rules in Section XIII-9 (pages 276-278) of the City Zoning Ordinance* |
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Owner |
Consider bids from “qualified person(s)” |
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Installer |
Apply for building permit and electrical permit. Building Permit: $6 per $1,000 of the estimated costs for the project, minimum $50. Electrical Permit: $6 per $1,000 of the estimated costs for the project, minimum $50. (217) 384-2443 Complete applications are typically reviewed within three business days. |
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Owner/Installer |
Apply for Ameren Net Metering |
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Owner/Installer |
Apply for Ameren Distributed Generation |
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Installer |
Request Building Safety Inspection (217) 384-2443 |
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Installer |
Submit an Ameren Certificate of Completion |
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Installer |
Submit an Ameren Installer Certification |
*The City of Urbana passed the Solar Energy System Text Amendment (Ordinance No. 2022-05-18) which permits solar farms – large-scale solar energy systems that produce electricity for sale to the grid – in many zoning districts as a special use. Solar arrays – small-scale solar energy systems that produce electricity for a nearby use or structure – are permitted as accessory structures in all zoning districts. Please direct zoning-related questions to the Planning Division at Planning@urbanaillinois.us or 217-384-2440.
| Attachment | Size |
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 Solar Ready New Construction Guidelines | 1.46 MB |
| Design News - The Design Basics for Solar Parking Lots You Need to Know | 242.67 KB |