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Village of Broadview (IL)

Illinois Authority Having Jurisdiction Solar permitting requirements
NEC Code Version2014
SolarAPP+ StatusTargeted
Wet Stamps RequiredDigital Structural
Fire Setback Enforced1

Codes

NEC Code Version
2014
Code List

2018 International Building Code (IBC) 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) 2018 International Energy Conservation Code(IECC) 2018 International Mechanical Code (IMC) 2018 International Fire Code (IFC) 2009 State of Illinois Plumbing code 2014 National Electrical code

ASCE Code Specification
ASCE 7-16

SolarAPP+ & submittal

SolarAPP+ Status
Targeted
Any SolarAPP+ Restrictions
1
SolarAPP+ Restrictions
MPU,MPU,MPU,Derate,Derate,Derate
How Many Plansets Required
3
Revision Required
1
Rough Inspection
None
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

No setback required for code year. Would prefer 3' from Rake and 3' Along ridge

Structural & loads

Wind Speed
90
Wind Notes

Exposure Category B

Snow Load
30
Reducible Snow Load Allowed
1
Max Attachment Spacing
96
Structural Notes

Standard

Minimum Ground On Roof
#10

Electrical

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

Plan Set Requirements

Maximum Number of Overcurrent Devices: Tandem Breakers / Fuse Sizes to be used . A panel board shall be provided with physical means to prevent the installation of more overcurrent devices than the number for which the panel board was designed, rated, and listed. A 2-pole circuit breaker shall be considered two overcurrent devices Add notes: Maximum Number of Overcurrent Devices: Tandem Breakers / Fuse Sizes to be used . A panel board shall be provided with physical means to prevent the installation of more overcurrent devices than the number for which the panel board was designed, rated, and listed. A 2-pole circuit breaker shall be considered two overcurrent devices Local inspector to field verify that proper grounding rods are connected to the ground bar in the utility meter and proper bonding from the street side of the water meter to the main service panel neutral bus. Local inspector to field verify that all PV system-mounting lag screws are properly fastened to the roof rafters / trusses. Local inspector to field verify that all interior and exterior conduit, enclosures, and disconnects are properly labeled and marked. A qualified Electrician, approved plans, this plan review, attic access and a ladder are required to be available on site at time of inspections.

Electrical Diagram

For line side taps: Provide manufacturers cut sheets of connector/disconnects.

Electrical Diagram Notes

the means of supply side tap complies with NEC 230.46 and 705.12(A).

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 Broadview (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.