Chicago Solar Market Overview
Chicago's solar permit activity is currently steady, with 161 permits filed in the last 30 days compared to 169 in the prior 30-day window. On average, 126.8 solar permits are filed per month here based on the last six months of data. The most active solar contractors in Chicago include SUNRUN INSTALLATION SERVICES, CERTIFIED ELECTRIC LLC, SUNRISE SOLAR LLC.
Recent Solar Permits in Chicago
| Date | Address | Description | Est. Value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-04 | 8817 S EGGLESTON AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $16,115 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-04 | 8942 S LOWE AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $27,230 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-04 | 9316 S EUCLID AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $25,390 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-04 | 8245 S ALBANY AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $30,520 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-03 | 11600 S RACINE AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $28,810 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-03 | 8455 S WABASH AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF ACCESSORY BUILDING... | $12,825 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-03 | 9606 S CLAREMONT AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING... | $29,795 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-03 | 6134 S MOODY AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING | $17,825 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-03 | 6901 W FARRAGUT AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING | $13,550 | ACTIVE |
| 2026-08-03 | 5729 S MOBILE AVE | INSTALL SOLAR PANELS ON ROOF OF PRINCIPAL BUILDING | $25,520 | ACTIVE |
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How many Solar permits are filed in Chicago per month?
Chicago averages approximately 150 solar permits per month based on recent permit data collected by PermitGrab.
What types of Solar work require permits in Chicago?
In Chicago, permits are typically required for solar permits including photovoltaic panel installation, solar arrays, and renewable energy systems. Always check with Chicago's building department for specific requirements.
How can I find Solar leads in Chicago?
Use PermitGrab to review matching solar permit records from Chicago’s public source. Available fields vary by record; use the displayed source date to judge recency before acting on a lead.
How quickly are Solar permits updated on PermitGrab?
The newest displayed source record is dated 2026-08-06. PermitGrab checks the source on each collection cycle and publishes newer records after the source makes them available.