In most cases, yes! An appropriately sized photovoltaic system in Illinois can save homeowners an average of $107.43 per month on electricity bills, or around $1,289 per year.
On January 27, 2023, Governor JB Pritzker signed P.A. 102-1123 into law. The law preempts county authority to enact local ordinances that prohibit wind and solar projects.
Illinois doesn't require a specific Solar Contractor License to solar systems, but it does require Distributed Generation Certification.
Created in 2021, Illinois' Homeowners' Energy Policy Statement Act enforces that “any power by the governing entity of a homeowners' association, common interest community association, or inium unit owners' association which prohibits or has the effect of prohibiting the installation of a solar energy system is ...
Generally, local governments require a homeowner's solar installer/contractor to obtain a permit for rooftop panels before they can be installed. After the PV system is installed, a professional from the local government will inspect the new array to ensure all building, electrical, and safety codes have been followed.
In order to solar within Illinois the contractor must be a Distributed Generation Certified Profession. For more information on certification qualifications, visit our Distributed Generation Installer Certification page.
Dissolving an HOA in Illinois involves a formal vote by the association members and adherence to the dissolution procedures in the governing documents and the Not-For-Profit Corporation Act of Illinois if applicable.